Delhi Gate to Kashmere Gate corridor to undergo redevelopment
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced that the 3.3 km Netaji Subhash Marg stretch will be transformed into an organised and safe corridor.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Sunday that the 3.3 km Netaji Subhash Marg stretch connecting Delhi Gate to Kashmere Gate will be redeveloped. According to The Hindu, the Indraprastha Virasat Punarvikas Nigam (IVPN) will undertake the project to create an organised, attractive and safe corridor.
Ms. Gupta stated that the government aims to develop the stretch as a link between Delhi’s history, heritage, architecture, culture and modern urban life. The project includes the integrated development of spaces around Netaji Subhash Marg, such as the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, St James’ Church, and Kashmere Gate area.
The beautification plan is divided into three sections based on road width. The first section runs from Kashmere Gate to General Post Office (GPO) Chowk, the second from GPO Chowk to Brij Mohan Chowk, and the third from Brij Mohan Chowk to the Delhi Gate intersection.
The area near Delhi Gate is proposed to feature a Heritage Interpretation Park with a statue, pavilion, green spaces, pedestrian access and parking. The plan includes footpaths, bus lanes, motor vehicle lanes, pedestrian plazas and cycle tracks.
Ms. Gupta added that public toilets will be constructed on both sides of the road. Existing bus stops will also be upgraded following design guidelines from the Public Works Department (PWD).