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Delhi's Rs 3,100 Cr Road Projects & Budget Session Dates Announced

The Delhi Assembly's Budget session is scheduled from March 23 to 25, with the Economic Survey and 2026-27 budget presentation on consecutive days. The Delhi Cabinet has approved two major infrastructure projects aimed at decongesting the capital's roads. The Barapullah Phase-III elevated corridor will connect Sarai Kale Khan to Mayur Vihar, providing signal-free access to AIIMS. A six-lane elevated road on MB Road from Saket to Pul Prahladpur will also be built, with both projects slated for completion by mid-2026.

Key Points: Delhi Budget Session & Major Road Projects Approved

  • Budget session March 23-25
  • Barapullah Phase-III at Rs 1,635 crore
  • MB Road elevated corridor at Rs 1,471 crore
  • Aim to reduce East-South Delhi travel time
  • Projects target June 2026 completion
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Delhi Assembly Budget session to be held from March 23 to 25

Delhi Assembly budget session set for March 23-25. Cabinet approves Barapullah Phase-III & MB Road corridor projects worth over Rs 3,100 crore.

"These initiatives are important steps toward building a 'Viksit Delhi' - Chief Minister Rekha Gupta"

New Delhi, March 16

The Budget session of the Delhi Assembly will be held from March 23 to 25, an official said after a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta at the Delhi Secretariat on Monday.

According to the Cabinet's decision, the Economic Survey report will be tabled in the House on March 23.

On March 24, the Delhi government will present its Budget for 2026-27.

In another decision, the Delhi Cabinet approved two key infrastructure projects -- the Barapullah Phase-III Elevated Corridor and a six-lane elevated corridor with underpasses on MB Road to reduce traffic congestion and make commuting easier across the national capital.

Chief Minister Gupta said the projects will bring relief to millions of commuters and help make Delhi's road network more modern and efficient.

She added that these initiatives are important steps toward building a 'Viksit Delhi' and will also contribute to realising the vision of a 'Viksit Bharat' envisioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

"The Delhi government has cleared a revised cost of Rs 1,635.03 crore for the construction of the Barapullah Phase-III elevated road over the Barapullah drain, connecting Sarai Kale Khan to Mayur Vihar," a statement said.

This project is an extension of the existing Barapullah elevated corridor.

Once completed, it will provide direct, signal-free connectivity from Mayur Vihar in East Delhi to AIIMS in South Delhi.

According to the Chief Minister, the project will significantly reduce travel time for the lakhs of commuters, who travel daily between East and South Delhi.

It is also expected to ease congestion around Sarai Kale Khan, Ring Road, the DND Flyway and NH-24.

The Delhi government has set a target of completing the project by June 30, 2026, the statement added.

Chief Minister Gupta said the project for six-lane elevated road along with underpasses on MB Road will stretch from Saket G-Block to Pul Prahladpur.

The project is estimated to cost Rs 1,471.14 crore and will be executed by the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC).

According to the Chief Minister, the project will be implemented in two phases.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
Good to see infrastructure getting priority. But a 3-day budget session seems very short for proper discussion on such massive expenditures. Hope the MLAs do their homework and ask tough questions about cost overruns and environmental impact of these elevated corridors.
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Aman W
₹1600+ crore for one road? That's a huge amount. While better connectivity is needed, I hope the budget also allocates significant funds for public transport, last-mile connectivity, and fixing our existing pothole-ridden roads. Can't just keep building flyovers.
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Sarah B
As someone living near MB Road, the traffic chaos is unreal. A six-lane elevated corridor sounds promising, but the construction phase is going to be a nightmare for 2-3 years. The government needs a solid plan to manage traffic during this period.
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Vikram M
Connecting Mayur Vihar directly to AIIMS is a brilliant move. So many patients and medical staff travel that route. This will be a lifeline. Hope the 'Viksit Delhi' vision includes better hospitals and schools too, not just roads. 🙏
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Karthik V
DMRC executing the MB Road project gives me confidence. They have a decent track record. My only request: please ensure proper pedestrian foot over bridges and cycle tracks are integrated. We need multi-modal solutions, not just cars.

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