Ahead of G20 summit, Delhi govt to beautify roads around Pragati Maidan

The project includes resurfacing these roads, beautifying the footpath and central verge and improving the existing drainage system. The Public Works Department (PWD) has been directed to complete all the work related to the project by March.

Sisodia, who is also the minister in charge of the PWD, said, “It is a matter of great pride and honour that G20 conventions are being hosted in Delhi. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, we are working in mission mode to improve the roads of Delhi to provide a better commuting experience to the people of Delhi in view of the preparations for G-20.”

Sisodia said that strengthening and beautification work on these two stretches includes maintenance and upkeep of pavements, central verges and service lanes of the entire road stretch, including other allied works such as lane marking, white-washing of parapet walls, painting of kerbstones/railings and so on.

To ensure that no inconvenience is caused to the commuters, all the standards of safety and security will be followed during the construction of roads, he said.