Outer ring road refers to a major, usually circular highway or roadway system that surrounds or encircles a city, usually in suburban or rural areas. It is designed to facilitate traffic movement around the periphery of large urban centers, diverting long-distance and through traffic away from the city center, thereby reducing congestion and improving overall traffic flow.
This road is typically located further out from the city center and acts as a link between different radial routes leading to the central business district (CBD) and other important locations within the city. It serves as a bypass route, enabling motorists to travel from one major road to another without entering the city center, thereby saving time and minimizing disruption to local traffic.
Outer ring roads are often wider than regular roads to accommodate a larger volume of traffic, and they are usually interconnected with other major highways, national routes, or other modes of transportation such as airports and train stations. Additionally, outer ring roads may include multiple lanes, grade separations, and controlled access points to improve efficiency and safety.
These roads play a vital role in urban transportation infrastructure, relieving congestion in central areas, enhancing connectivity, and promoting economic development in peripheral regions by facilitating the movement of goods, services, and people.
