Delhi to Get 20 New Parking Facilities as MCD Targets Roadside Parking Crisis

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has launched an ambitious plan to develop 20 new parking sites across Delhi to resolve long-standing parking woes and reduce widespread roadside parking. This initiative aims to streamline traffic flow, ease congestion in busy corridors, and improve overall urban mobility in the capital. (AI Image)

Civic officials confirmed that all 12 MCD zones have been instructed to identify at least two feasible locations each for new multi-level parking facilities. These sites may include vacant corporation land, underutilised plots, and areas cleared after the demolition of unused buildings, ensuring optimal use of available space. (AI Image)

Once the list of proposed sites is finalised, the MCD will forward it to the Delhi government for approval. After the approval stage, a comprehensive Detailed Project Report (DPR) will be prepared for each parking site, outlining capacity, design, feasibility, and the construction model to be adopted. (AI Image)

To tackle the space crunch in crowded markets and residential colonies, the civic body is prioritising the development of multi-level parking facilities. These vertical structures allow maximum vehicle accommodation in minimal surface area, making them ideal for congested zones across Delhi. (AI Image)

In the latest standing committee meeting, member Rajpal Singh highlighted delays in action regarding three proposed parking sites in his ward. He emphasised that despite repeatedly sharing the locations and raising the issue several times, no progress was made, even though parking needs in his area are extremely urgent. (AI Image)

Responding to the concerns, commissioner Ashwani Kumar directed the engineering department to conduct an immediate survey of the sites mentioned by Rajpal Singh. The commissioner instructed that if the locations are found suitable, they must be included in the shortlist for the upcoming parking development plan. (AI Image)

A senior civic official stated that parking problems in residential areas have been a recurring issue discussed during internal review meetings for several months. The Delhi government has now directed the MCD to push forward with the construction of 20 new facilities to address increasing pressure on residential streets. (AI Image)

Three major parking projects—located in Karol Bagh, Naraina, and Rani Bagh—have remained pending for years. Earlier attempts to execute these through PPP and other models did not progress. Under the new push, MCD plans to revive and fast-track these crucial parking facilities to meet heavy demand in these locations. (AI Image)

Officials said that areas like Karol Bagh and Rani Bagh, both surrounded by dense commercial zones, are high-priority locations for developing additional multi-level parking facilities. These hubs face severe parking shortages, and the new structures will help manage heavy vehicle inflow and reduce roadside chaos. (AI Image)

At present, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi operates around 430 parking lots, including 14 multi-level parking facilities, offering a combined capacity of approximately 51,000 vehicles. With the addition of 20 new parking sites, the civic body aims to significantly expand this capacity and improve parking management across the capital. (AI Image)