CM pushes for infra projects worth 1,075cr in east Delhi

New Delhi: Chief minister Rekha Gupta on Monday laid the foundation stone for infrastructure projects worth approximately Rs 1,075 crore in east Delhi, marking a push to upgrade roads and strengthen drainage systems in the trans-Yamuna areas.The projects, to be executed by PWD and the irrigation and flood control department, aim to ease traffic congestion and address long-standing waterlogging probems.The largest financial component of the package is for strengthening and improving 236 roads at an estimated cost of Rs 782 crore. In addition, five foot overbridges will be constructed at a cost Rs 21 crore at busy intersections.Nearly Rs 272 crore will be spent on reconstructing 10 drains and improving three existing ones to increase discharge capacity. The irrigation and flood control department will also construct 24 boundary walls and develop 18 roads and bridges as part of efforts to strengthen embankments and improve structural resilience. During the monsoon season, several parts of east Delhi face flooding and traffic disruptions. By integrating road strengthening with drainage upgrades, the projects seek to prevent recurring damage to infrastructure because of water accumulation, the CMO said.Addressing the gathering at Ramlila Ground in Vivek Vihar, Gupta said strong infrastructure is essential for balanced development and asserted that the projects will deliver visible improvement on the ground. The CM also emphasised time-bound implementation and directed officials to maintain quality standards and transparency in execution.PWD minister Parvesh Verma said the combined outlay of Rs 1,075 crore represents a significant infrastructure intervention on core civic concerns.