To address traffic congestion, the Expenditure Finance Committee meeting chaired by Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta sanctioned a Rs 1,471.14 crore six-lane elevated road project on M.B. Road from Saket G-Block to Pul Prahladpur. The project, managed by the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), aims to alleviate chronic traffic issues in South Delhi, offering improved travel times and is set for completion by December 2027.
The infrastructure initiative, spanning nearly five kilometers and developed in two phases, will enhance traffic flow in areas like Saket G-Block, Ambedkar Nagar, Khanpur, and Sangam Vihar. The elevated road will align with the DMRC corridor, featuring a double-decker system with the metro on the upper deck and a six-lane road below. Additionally, the project includes constructing two underpasses at Saket G-Block and along the BRT corridor to optimize traffic capacity.
Chief Minister Gupta highlighted that the project signifies a significant advancement in creating a more efficient traffic network in South Delhi. The government has also provisionally approved an additional six-lane elevated road from Sangam Vihar to Maa Anandmayee Marg, pending clearance from the Ministry of Culture due to its proximity to Tughlaqabad Fort. Gupta emphasized that the endeavor reflects the administration’s dedication to enhancing Delhi’s infrastructure for a modern and seamless transportation system.
