Minister of State for Corporate Affairs and Road Transport & Highways Shri Harsh Malhotra Lays Foundation Stones for Two Foot Over Bridges on Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway in East Delhi
Minister of State Shri Harsh Malhotra laid the foundation stones for two Foot Over Bridges on the Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway in East Delhi to enhance pedestrian safety and mobility. A total of three FOBs are approved at a cost of ₹12.8 crore, along with parking facilities, beautification plans, and solar panel installations under the elevated stretch.
In Simple Words
Shri Harsh Malhotra, Minister of State for Corporate Affairs and Road Transport & Highways, laid foundation stones for two Foot Over Bridges in East Delhi. These bridges at Geeta Colony/Gandhi Nagar and Ramesh Park, Laxmi Nagar will feature lifts for senior citizens and pedestrians.
A total of three FOBs are approved costing ₹12.8 crore. Additional initiatives include parking facilities, beautification, and solar panel installations along the elevated stretch of the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway to promote sustainability.
Key Points
- Shri Harsh Malhotra laid foundation stones for two Foot Over Bridges at Geeta Colony/Gandhi Nagar and Ramesh Park, Laxmi Nagar.
- The FOBs are located on the Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway (NH-709B) in East Delhi.
- A third FOB has been approved near Bhajanpura, Garhi Mendu at Km 10+800.
- The total cost for all three Foot Over Bridges is ₹12.8 crore.
- The FOBs will be equipped with lift facilities for senior citizens and mobility-challenged persons.
- Parking facilities and comprehensive beautification are underway beneath the elevated Delhi section.
- Solar panels are being installed along the elevated highway stretch to promote renewable energy.
Exam Angle
A. ₹12.8 crore
Source: Press Information Bureau