New Delhi, September 13: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced a series of infrastructure, power, and civic development projects in Shalimar Bagh Assembly, marking a major push for urban transformation. Residents welcomed the launch of a pilot hot-line maintenance van, a state-of-the-art facility that will repair electricity lines without power cuts.
Gupta also confirmed that new streetlights are being installed across Shalimar Bagh, while over 44,000 new lights will be added across Delhi to improve both illumination and public safety. In a significant power infrastructure step, underground cabling work has started from Khosla Grid to Netaji Subhash Place Circuit.
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On transport and urban development, the CM announced the construction of a ₹5,000 crore road near Munak Canal, along with a new Chhath Ghat for devotees. Following the recent Munak Canal accident, the government provided compensation to victim families, and assured better maintenance, barricading, and cleaning of the canal.
Gupta also highlighted progress in education and community facilities. A new higher secondary school and a community hall have been approved for Haiderpur. At CA Block, work has begun on an online water booster pump, a new water tank, and fresh tube wells, along with a yoga shelter. A new play area and play station for children are also planned.
In a major anti-encroachment drive, the government cleared 12,000 sq. yards of illegal occupation near Sheeshmahal Park. Gupta reaffirmed her personal commitment: “For the past 30 years, I have dedicated myself to serving the people of Shalimar Bagh. As your daughter, I will continue to prioritize the constituency’s growth and development.”
The event was attended by MP Praveen Khandelwal, Delhi Power Minister Ashish Sood, and other local dignitaries.
