NEW DELHI: Aiming to make the city’s roads pothole-free, even and long-lasting, the Delhi government has approved a large-scale road redevelopment project. CM Rekha Gupta on Tuesday said more than 241 major roads across the city will be upgraded using advanced technology, with support from the Centre.
All roads will be developed under the ‘wall-to-wall carpeting’ model to ensure full-width construction with uniform quality. Calling it a major step towards a safer and more organised capital, she said nearly 400 km of roads across 45 Assembly constituencies will be covered.
The Chief Minister noted that earlier repairs were often limited to potholes or central portions, leading to quick deterioration. Under the new approach, entire stretches will be strengthened edge-to-edge, improving durability and lifespan. A fully levelled and sealed surface will also reduce dust and air pollution caused by loose particles from damaged roads.
The project is targeted for completion by year-end and will be executed in phases to minimise traffic disruption. The Public Works Department will implement the project across all identified constituencies.
The total cost is Rs 802.18 crore, of which Rs 643.36 crore will come from the Central Road Infrastructure Fund and Rs 158.82 crore from the Delhi government. The Chief Minister said Centre–State collaboration is accelerating infrastructure development in the capital.
Each road will undergo technical assessment, strengthening of the base layer, proper drainage planning and final carpeting as per standards. This will help reduce waterlogging during monsoon and improve long-term road safety.
Last year, nearly 150 km of roads were developed using similar technology. Roads identified for upgradation include August Kranti Marg, Outer Ring Road, Rao Tula Ram Marg, Kapashera-Bijwasan Road, Najafgarh-Jharoda Road, Captain Gaur Marg, Lala Lajpat Rai Marg, Dr K.N. Katju Marg, Shamnath Marg, D.B. Gupta Road, and several others across the national capital.