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3 days ago
- Health
- NDTV
New Hospitals, Flyovers Soon As Delhi Ramps Up Health, Transport Infrastructure
New Delhi: Delhi is ramping up its health infrastructure, with over 1,300 new hospital beds almost ready across four government hospitals, and the construction of seven hospitals with ICU facilities is underway in the city. At a recent high-level review meeting, the Public Works Department (PWD) briefed Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on the status of key projects of the department. "These hospitals are almost ready. Furniture is being installed and fire safety approvals are in the final stages," a senior PWD official said. The new beds are expected to be operational within the next few months. According to the officials, construction of new blocks is underway at Acharya Shree Bhikshu, Dada Dev, Guru Gobind Singh, and Sanjay Gandhi Memorial Hospitals, where the work was undertaken by the previous Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in 2019-20, but could not be completed due to the lack of funds. Additionally, the government is also constructing 11 new hospitals, including seven with Intensive Care Unit (ICU) facilities. At least 13 health centres are being expanded as part of a broader medical infrastructure upgrade. A mix of public-private partnerships and fully government-funded models are being used to ensure quality. Court Infrastructure Projects Lag Behind While health infrastructure projects are showing progress, the administration is under growing pressure to accelerate work on court complexes and transport upgrades. "We've made good progress on health but need to pick up pace on courts and transport. The next few months are critical," a government source told NDTV. Court infrastructure projects at Shastri Park, Karkardooma, and Rohini are facing delays due to technical challenges, including high groundwater levels and pending design finalisations as key reasons for the delay, officials said. On the transport front, the Delhi government has sought Rs 953 crore from the Centre under the Central Road Fund to repair and resurface 400 km of roads damaged by monsoon rains and delayed maintenance. Additionally, the Urban Development Fund (UDF) has requested Rs 1,000 crore to fast-track stalled infrastructure projects, including long-pending flyovers and underpasses. Two major flyovers, at Modi Mill and Savitri Cinema intersections on the Outer Ring Road, have received clearance at a total cost of Rs 412 crore. Both sites are known for chronic congestion, and the government hopes the new structures will ease traffic snarls once operational.
Time of India
12-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Gadkari Orders Spot-Wise Survey of Flood-Hit Areas, Seeks Report In Eight Days
1 2 Nagpur: In the wake of the rain that lashed Nagpur earlier this week, Union minister Nitin Gadkari directed the district administration to conduct a spot-wise assessment of the affected areas and submit a detailed report within eight days. In a high-level meeting at Niyojan Bhavan on Saturday to evaluate the rain-related situation and review various infrastructure projects, Gadkari took the administration to task over waterlogging reported across the city. Gadkari also expressed concern over the chaos caused by the downpour, which led to water entering homes in several low-lying localities, inconveniencing hundreds of residents. Sources said Gadkari again directed the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) and Nagpur Improvement Trust (NIT) to strengthen the city's stormwater drainage system, particularly in low-lying areas that were severely affected by recent rain. A key suggestion that emerged was to develop "stock model drains" in vulnerable low-lying zones to reduce waterlogging. Officials claimed that the flooding in Besa-Beltarodi and Manish Nagar was caused due to illegal constructions. Gadkari instructed officials to demolish unauthorized structures. MLA Khopde raised concerns about the situation in the Pardi area, while MLA Pravin Datke highlighted flooding near Metro stations. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Do you have a mouse? Desert Order Undo Gadkari instructed officials to conduct on-site inspections of each affected locality to understand the root causes and prevent recurrence. During the meeting, Gadkari also pushed for key infrastructure approvals. He directed officials to sanction the Butibori–Umred Road under the Central Road Fund (CRF). The minister also asked for immediate approval of the DPR for the proposed national highway connecting Karanja, Lohari Sawanga, Bharshingi, Kharsoli, Narkhed, and the Madhya Pradesh border. In another major development, Gadkari approved the proposal for constructing a Dragon Palace Metro Station in Kamptee and instructed that necessary parking infrastructure be developed alongside. A road-widening proposal for facilitating Metro construction in the area was also approved. The proposal for a ropeway project in Koradi, connecting Shri Mahadev Tekdi and Hanuman Mandir under the Mahalakshmi Devasthan Trust was also discussed during the meeting. Gadkari directed the concerned authorities to submit a formal proposal, assuring funds for the project.
New Indian Express
11-07-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Government plans 20-km elevated road over Munak Canal at estimated cost of Rs 3,000 crore
NEW DELHI: In a move to boost the national capital's transport infrastructure and provide an alternative route to commuters, the Delhi government is planning to construct a 20-kilometre-long elevated road over the Munak Canal, connecting Inderlok to Bawana in northwest Delhi. The corridor will benefit 18 assembly constituencies, two parliamentary constituencies, and 35 municipal wards. The project is estimated to cost around Rs 3,000 crore and is expected to take three years from the date of commencement. The Munak Canal, a 102-kilometre aqueduct that runs from Haryana to Delhi, is a key water supply channel. Originally built to reduce water loss in the Western Yamuna Canal, it now serves as the foundation for a crucial elevated road aimed at decongesting traffic and improving connectivity. The project was discussed in a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and PWD Minister Parvesh Verma on Thursday, attended by senior PWD officials. 'This elevated corridor will benefit 18 assembly constituencies, two parliamentary constituencies, and 35 municipal wards. It will significantly improve transportation for a large population,' Verma said. While the project will be executed by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), the Delhi Public Works Department will handle funding, land clearances, and local coordination. A detailed project report (DPR) is being prepared and is likely to be completed within three months. A no-objection certificate has also been sought from the Haryana government, as the canal partially lies in Haryana. The elevated road will connect with Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II), strengthening Delhi's outer ring road network and easing access to northern and western regions. Meanwhile, the Delhi government is working on transforming the Najafgarh drain into a 30 MW canal-top solar corridor and has submitted a Rs 950-crore plan to reconstruct 415 kilometres of city roads under the Central Road Fund (CRF), including stretches like Outer Ring Road, Mathura Road, Najafgarh Road, and Vikas Marg. NHAI is also planning an eastern extension of UER-II to route traffic through northeast Delhi into Ghaziabad and Noida.
India Gazette
10-07-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Delhi govt preparing to build elevated road over Munak Canal, DPR to be ready in three months
By Tanya Chugh New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): The Delhi government is set to build an elevated road over Munak canal. The project report details are to be ready within three months. The elevated road will stretch from Inderlok to Bawana, approximately 20 kilometres in length. This project will be developed under the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI). They said the project is estimated to cost around Rs 3,000 crore and will take at least three years to complete. The Delhi government has sought a No-Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Haryana Government regarding the works of the Munak canal. The Haryana government had expressed willingness to undertake it as a deposit work. However, they have stated that the Delhi government must handle funding, boundary clearing, and other responsibilities. The Delhi government has clarified that it will undertake these tasks itself and has requested Haryana to simply issue the NOC, a top source said. This elevated corridor is set to benefit 18 assembly constituencies, two parliamentary constituencies, and 35 municipal wards, providing smoother transport facilities to a large population. The said project will also help reduce criminal activities in the canal area. The Munak Canal is one of the longest, running from Haryana into Delhi. It is crucial for the state's water supply. While the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) will construct the elevated road, the boundary, electrical works, and maintenance of the Munak Canal area will be the responsibility of the Public Works Department (PWD). The Delhi government is also working on the Najafgarh drain, transforming it into a 30 MW canal- top solar power corridor. Additionally, the Delhi government has prepared a Rs 950-crore plan for reconstructing 415 kilometres of dilapidated roads in the city, and the proposal has been submitted to the central government under the Central Road Fund (CRF). The plan includes major roads such as Outer Ring Road, Mathura Road, Najafgarh Road, and Vikas Marg. (ANI)
India Gazette
29-06-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
Delhi's roads set for a makeover: 415 km to be rebuilt under Rs 950-crore scheme
By Tanya Chugh New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): In a major infrastructure push, the Delhi government has drawn up a Rs 950-crore plan to reconstruct 415 kilometres of worn-out roads across the city. A proposal in this regard has been sent to the Central government under the Central Road Fund (CRF), with an aim to provide much-needed facelift to key stretches, including the Outer Ring Road, Mathura Road, Najafgarh Road, and Vikas Marg. So far, 150 km of roads have already been repaired, while work is ongoing on another 100 km. A top government source said the proposal has been sent to the Centre, seeking financial assistance to expedite the project. The target for the upcoming financial year is to repair 500 km of roads in the state. Along with the repair of roads, footpaths, and drains, reconstruction will also be undertaken. Construction work will be carried out through e-tendering to complete the project by 2026. The Delhi government hopes to receive financial assistance from the Centre this time, which would help expedite the work. The PWD department has also launched a campaign to fill potholes on the roads. On June 23, the government launched this campaign, during which 3,400 potholes were filled in a single day. 'Our commitment is to give good roads to the people of Delhi. Construction of roads is in progress. We have constructed 150 km of roads and have a target of 500 km for this year. The previous government constructed poor-quality roads. We will recarpet all the roads,' PWD Minister Parvesh Verma told ANI. Citizens can also report road-related complaints through the PWD's website or mobile app. (ANI)
