When you think of Chandigarh, the image of broad tree-lined avenues, organized sectors and modern urban planning immediately comes to mind. At the heart of this design lies Madhya Marg – the iconic central spine of the city. Stretching from sector 1 Chandigarh to the Industrial Area belt, Madhya Marg has been more than a road for Chandigarh. For Chandigarh, Madhya Marg is a legacy of vision, connectivity and growth. As Chandigarh expanded around it, businesses thrived, real estate boomed and the city’s reputation as one of India’s best planned urban centers was cemented. 

Today, Mohali is following in those footsteps. Its equivalent of Madhya Marg is undoubtedly the Airport Road – a futuristic stretch that is quickly becoming the lifeline of not just Mohali, but of the entire Tricity region. 

Madhya Marg – The Backbone that Shaped the City of Chandigarh
Desgined by French architect Le Corbuiser, Madhya Marg has always been more than just a road. It is the philosophical and geographical axis of Chandigarh. Connecting major landmarks like the Capitol Complex, Sector 17 Plaza and multiple residential and commercial sectors, Madhya Marg provided seamless east-west connectivity and was pivotal in determining the land value and urban utility of the sectors it passed through. 

Its planned width, greenery, service lanes and zoning regulations made it a model for road infrastructure across the country. Over the decades, Madhya Marg witnessed the emergence of top tier institutions, high end commercial establishments and premium residential areas. It shaped the way people navigated, invested in and envisioned the city of Chandigarh. 

Mohali Airport Road – The Lifeline of Urban Evolution
Just like the iconic Madhya Marg of Chandigarh, Airport Road is now redefining how Mohali grows and flourishes. Officially known as PR-7, the 200 ft wide road stretches from Aerocity Block J to Mohali Kharar border, cutting across the heart of Mohali. This wide, beautifully paved corridor is more than just a road, it is the gateway to Mohali’s bright future. 

With services lanes, seamless connectivity, plantation of trees and beautiful landscaping, the Airport Road is already home to – 

• Iconic Residential Developments – JLPL Falcon View, Homeland Regalia, Marbella Grand, The Medallion, JLPL Galaxy Heights 2, Homeland Heights and many more. 
• Commercial Hubs and Shopping Centers – CP 67 Mall, VR District One, Jubilee Walk, Jubilee Junction, Mohali City Center, Bestech Shopping Mall, Aeroplaza, TDI Taj Plaza, TDI Park Street Mall and many more. 
• Educational Institutes – IISER, CIAB, Indian School of Business, Gurukul World School and Amity University, Plaksha University, NABI, INST, Ryan International School and much more. 
• Sports & Fitness – GMADA Sports Complex, Powerhouse Gym Mohali and much more.  
• Religious Places – Gurudwara Singh Shaheedan Sohana, Radha Soami Satsang Beas, CNI Church and more. 
• Hospitals – MedPark Hospital, Livasa Hospital, Sohana Hospital, Elite Medicity Hospital and more. 
• Industry – JLPL Sector 82 Industrial Park, Phase 11 Industrial Area and 8B IT Sector. 
• Connectivity – Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport, Mohali Railway Station and Direct connectivity to Mohali Ambala Greenfield Expressway. 

The road has become a magnet for investors, builders and homebuyers. Areas like Aerocity, IT City and sectors close to the International Airport are now among one of the fastest growing areas in the whole state of Punjab. The upcoming connectivity with Chandigarh – Mohali expressway, proposed Metro routes and rapid infrastructure development make this road an undisputed game changer. 

Airport Road – What Lies Ahead
Much like Madhya Marg continues to define the pulse of Chandigarh, the Airport Road will dictate how Mohali expands – not just horizontally in terms of real estate but vertically in terms of quality of life and huge economic potential. 

In the coming years 

• Employment zones will flourish even more along the corridor. 
• Start-ups and corporate offices are expected to choose the International Airport for its already existing infrastructure. 
• More lifestyle developments, malls, entertainment centers and green parks will create a city within the city. 

The Verdict
Urban planning when executed with vision, gives rise to cities that are not only functional but aspirational as well. Madhya Marg did it for Chandigarh. Now, the Airport Road, already named as the lifeline of Mohali is ready to do the same for the city. 

This corridor of dreams is going to grow and grow. For those looking to live, work or invest in the Tricity region, all roads truly lead to  Airport Road, the lifeline of Mohali.