The Delhi government has approved a ₹657.9 crore road infrastructure package to strengthen and rehabilitate more than 270 kilometres of roads across the national capital. Cleared by the Expenditure Finance Committee (EFC), the project is aimed at improving the condition of major arterial roads that serve thousands of daily commuters and play a vital role in the city’s transport network.
The comprehensive road improvement programme will cover key stretches in East, North, and South Delhi, with authorities targeting completion of the works by October 2026. The initiative is expected to enhance road quality, improve traffic flow, and strengthen overall urban mobility across several high-density corridors.
Under the approved plan, East Delhi has been allocated ₹147.08 crore for the strengthening of 58.29 km of roads. North Delhi will receive ₹247.31 crore to upgrade 104.42 km of road network, while South Delhi has been allotted ₹263.61 crore for the rehabilitation of 107.92 km of roads.
Several prominent road corridors have been identified for improvement. In East Delhi, the project includes Road No. 66 between Seelampur and Gokalpuri, along with stretches of Outer Ring Road, GT Road, and BBM Road. In North Delhi, works will be undertaken on Pankha Road, Old Pankha Road, Satguru Ram Singh Marg, Lala Ganesh Das Khatri Marg, and Major Sudesh Marg. South Delhi’s package covers important routes such as Nelson Mandela Marg, Mandi Road, SSN Marg, and Barapullah Elevated Road Phase-I.
The scope of work includes milling damaged road surfaces, laying fresh bituminous layers, installing new road markings, reflective signboards, safety barriers, and upgrading drainage infrastructure to improve durability and driving conditions.
A key feature of the programme is the introduction of a zone-based composite tendering system, replacing the traditional road-wise contracting approach. The new system is expected to improve project coordination, reduce execution time, and streamline maintenance responsibilities.
To ensure long-term quality, every contract will include a five-year Defect Liability Period (DLP), making contractors responsible for maintaining the roads and rectifying defects during the warranty period. The government will also implement independent quality audits and digital monitoring systems throughout project execution to ensure transparency and adherence to construction standards.
