National 24 September 2026 · Event date: 23 September 2026

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 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
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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

Minister involved
Shri Harsh Malhotra
Highway involved
Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway (NH-709B)
Total cost of three FOBs
₹12.8 crore
Locations of first two FOBs
Geeta Colony/Gandhi Nagar and Ramesh Park, Laxmi Nagar

A. ₹12.8 crore

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