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News18•27-09-2026, 18:00
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Launches 53 Projects Worth ₹214 Cr in Unauthorised Colonies
  • •Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta initiated 53 development projects totaling ₹214.12 crore in unauthorised colonies across five assembly constituencies as part of the ‘Seva Sankalp Abhiyan’ campaign.
  • •The projects, located in Kirari, Bawana, Mundka, Narela, and Nangloi Jat, aim to enhance essential civic amenities and infrastructure, benefiting approximately 1.75 lakh people.
  • •The development includes 1,062 roads and lanes in 27 unauthorised colonies, with 89.82 km of road network and 147.69 km of drainage network planned.
  • •Kirari Assembly constituency accounts for the largest share, with 27 projects worth ₹105.51 crore, including 640 roads and lanes, 50.71 km of roads, and 101.42 km of drainage network.
  • •These initiatives will improve local connectivity, reduce waterlogging through stormwater drainage networks, and mitigate dust from unpaved surfaces, ensuring basic rights like roads, drains, and sewerage for all citizens.

Key Questions Answered

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta laid the foundation stones for 53 development projects worth Rs 214.12 crore in unauthorised colonies across five assembly constituencies.

The Kirari Assembly constituency accounts for the largest share of the initiative, with 27 development works undertaken across 14 unauthorised colonies for Rs 105.51 crore.

The development projects focusing on strengthening roads, drains, sewerage, and drainage infrastructure are expected to benefit approximately 1.75 lakh people.