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Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
PM Modi to inaugurate UER-II, Dwarka Expressway on Sunday
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the 76-km UER-II, which has been developed as the third Ring Road of Delhi, and the Dwarka Expressway (29 km) on Sunday. These two roads are a key part of the Centre's Delhi decongestion plan and are expected to reduce congestion on the Ring Road and other arterial links of Delhi. The two interlinked access-controlled highways will ensure nonstop travel for vehicles coming from Chandigarh side towards IGI airport, Gurgaon and Jaipur. Sources said that all pending works have been completed. While Dwarka Expressway has been developed in four packages and cost around Rs 9,000 crore, the Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II) was divided in five packages and has been built at a total cost of Rs 7,716 crore. Though the Dwarka Expressway is fully operational, Modi had inaugurated the Haryana section of this high-speed corridor in Mar 2024, just ahead of the last Lok Sabha election. As per National Highways Authority of India, the UER-II starts from Alipur on NH-44 in Delhi and connects NH-9 and NH-48 in the national capital. The project was conceptualised as a part of Delhi Master Plan 2021. While around 54.2 km of it falls in Delhi, the remaining 21.5 km is in Haryana. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Why Mr. Chirag Jain never exits a trade in loss — even when he's wrong TradeWise Learn More Undo The highway stretch provides connectivity to the proposed IICC in Dwarka through Dwarka Expressway. The Dwarka Expressway has been developed as an 8-lane grade-separated highway, with a provision for minimum 3-lane service roads on both sides. It has four multi-level interchanges and cross-road underpasses at major junctions. The NHAI has invited bids for rolling out multi-lane free flow (MLFF) tolling on this stretch.
Hindustan Times
07-08-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
DTC revives Shadipur housing project, submits layout for nod
The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) has submitted the layout plan for the long-pending redevelopment of its staff housing society in Shadipur to the Delhi Urban Art Commission (DUAC) for approval, officials aware of the matter said, reviving a project that had been stalled for over two years due to bureaucratic delays. The redeveloped Shadipur colony will have five high-rise residential towers comprising a total of 427 flats, in addition to 228 flats earmarked for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). The Shadipur redevelopment is part of DTC's broader land monetisation initiative and is one of two such projects, along with a similar housing society in Hari Nagar, aimed at generating revenue from underutilised land assets. 'The layout has been submitted, and approvals are expected soon for Shadipur. Financial approvals that have been long delayed will also come in now,' said a DTC official. The delay in implementing both projects was primarily due to the non-formation of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi's (MCD) standing committee, a key 18-member body that holds financial powers and is responsible for clearing layout plans. The panel had not been constituted for over 30 months, stalling hundreds of redevelopment and infrastructure proposals across the city, officials said. As per the detailed project report (DPR), the redeveloped Shadipur colony will have five high-rise residential towers comprising a total of 427 flats, in addition to 228 flats earmarked for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), in accordance with the mandatory provisions under the Delhi Master Plan 2021. The layout includes one tower of 4BHK flats with ground plus 30 floors and four towers with ground plus 29 floors containing a mix of 2BHK and 3BHK units. The plan also includes two basements in each tower for parking and a separate parking block. The unit breakup includes 208 2BHK units, 144 3BHK units and 75 4BHK units. A school building, a clubhouse and commercial and retail spaces are also part of the proposed development spread across 6.898 acres. The total estimated cost of the project is ₹446.28 crore. While some flats will be earmarked for DTC staff, 'most of the flats will be available for sale to the public,' a DTC official said. However, the exact ratio of public to employee allocation, pricing and the method of allotment, whether by auction, draw of lots or on a first-come-first-serve basis, have not been finalised. 'The rates or prices of flats have also not been finalised but will be competitive with the real estate trend in the area when the allotment starts,' the official added. Construction will be carried out by NBCC Limited, which has also been tasked with marketing the project and maintaining the society for two years post-completion, after which it will be handed over to DTC. 'From the profit earned from sales, a portion will be kept for the maintenance of the society for the next few years, the terms for which are also being finalised,' another official said. The redevelopment plan was initially finalised nearly five years ago, and tenders were floated last year, but work was paused due to the absence of necessary clearances. Once a contractor is finalised, the construction timeline is expected to be two years. The Shadipur society is one of four projects announced under a 2020 memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed between the Delhi government and NBCC. The others include the redevelopment of another colony in Hari Nagar and the construction of multi-level bus depots in Hari Nagar and Vasant Vihar.
The Hindu
19-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Crucial to stop unauthorised construction: BJP spokesperson
Delhi BJP spokesperson Praveen Shankar Kapoor on Saturday said it is crucial to stop dangerous and unauthorised construction, particularly of fourth and fifth floors in the city's residential areas. He urged the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), city Mayor Raja Iqbal Singh and the city Police Commissioner to approach the Supreme Court to seek clarification on the definition of 'illegal construction'. 'As per the Delhi Master Plan 2021, the designated residential or commercial land use for specific roads and lanes must be adhered to, and the relevant fees must be paid to the Municipal Corporation of Delhi to ensure legal construction and usage,' he said. He also stated that the Supreme Court should be informed that both the Central and Delhi governments have directed the Delhi Police to refrain from conducting construction-related activities that are legal. 'The MCD should also clarify whether buildings being constructed as per approved maps, lawful repairs, and commercial constructions and uses on streets notified as pedestrian shopping streets, mixed land use streets, or fully commercial streets under the Master Plan, are also considered illegal by the Supreme Court,' he added.
News18
10-07-2025
- Business
- News18
Relief For Noida, Gurugram Officegoers: How Delhi's Third Ring Road Will Help Beat Traffic Snarls
Delhi Third Ring Road: The corridor begins at Alipur in North Delhi and stretches to Mahipalpur near the Delhi–Gurgaon Expressway, passing through Bawana, Rohini, Mundka, Dwarka. Delhi Third Ring Road: Delhi's Third Ring Road, officially called the Urban Extension Road‑II (UER‑II), is likely to be opened for public starting August, easing major traffic woes between Delhi, Gurugram and Noida. The new Ring Road is a planned 74 km, six‑lane corridor built as part of the Delhi Master Plan 2021. The corridor begins at Alipur in North Delhi (on NH‑44) and stretches to Mahipalpur near the Delhi–Gurgaon Expressway (NH‑48), passing through industrial and developing zones such as Bawana, Rohini, Mundka, Najafgarh, Dwarka, and Bakkarwala. The corridor was developed in five packages by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and Delhi Development Authority (DDA) and was later declared a national highway powered by a Rs 8,000‑crore budget. The UER‑II acts as a modern high‑speed bypass, relieving pressure from the existing inner and outer ring roads. It will enable fast travel between outer areas and key points like Indira Gandhi International Airport, cutting the journey times by about 50 per cent. By linking major expressways — like the Delhi‑Meerut, Delhi‑Jaipur, Delhi‑Dehradun, and Dwarka Expressway — it diverts long‑distance and freight traffic away from central Delhi. This will help reduce peak‑hour traffic snarls and even help cut down pollution, and fuel consumption. The corridor also links Eastern and Western Peripheral Expressways bringing faster access to areas such as Noida and Faridabad. People living in areas like Bawana, Rohini, Mundka, Najafgarh, Dwarka, and Narela will get direct, signal-free access to other parts of Delhi and the airport, avoiding inner city congestion. With improved access across expressways and industrial hubs, office commuters between Delhi and nearby NCR towns will benefit from reduced commute times, especially those traveling between Dwarka, Gurugram, Noida, and Ghaziabad. Areas like Mundka, Bawana Industrial Area, and Tikri Kalan—which see heavy worker and goods traffic—will now connect more efficiently to the airport, major roads, and freight hubs. Delhi Third Ring Road Opening Date Reports quoting officials say UER‑II is 95 per cent complete, with operations expected by August 2025. Some segments — like those around Najafgarh, Mundka, and Alipur — are already functional. When fully open, travel times from outer Delhi to IGI Airport could be reduced by nearly 60 per cent. What Extension Has Been Planned (Eastern Arm)? The eastern arm extension of UER‑II, reported by Hindustan Times, plans to stretch this corridor further east into Ghaziabad and Noida. The report says the first 17 km section connects Alipur/UER‑II through Tronica City to the Delhi‑Dehradun Expressway, costing roughly Rs 3,350 crore. The second leg, approximately 65-km long, runs from Mandaula to Noida via Ghaziabad, Farukhnagar, Ghitora, Hidan and Indirapuram — estimated at Rs 7,500 crore. Together, the full 82 km extension totals about Rs 10,850 crore, the HT report says. This eastern arm allows long‑haul and local traffic from southeast and eastern Delhi to bypass central avenues like Ring Road, Outer Ring Road, Kalindi Kunj, and Sarai Kale Khan. It also eases congestion on the Delhi‑Meerut and Delhi‑Dehradun highways. The route will improve connectivity for Ghaziabad, Noida, Loni, Baghpat, and parts of Uttar Pradesh and Haryana. Together, UER‑II and its eastern arm create a broken high‑speed 'ring" around the city. They offer modern infrastructure for passenger and freight vehicles, reduce congestion on overloaded roads, and offer efficient connectivity to peripheral towns and cities. Once complete, these roads promise a smoother, greener, and faster commute for Delhi and the National Capital Region. Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
DPCC fines illegal factory 5 lakh in Delhi Cantt, flags waste dumping in Hari Nagar
New Delhi: Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) has imposed an environmental compensation of Rs 5 lakh on a factory operating illegally in Sadar Bazar, Delhi Cantonment. The unit was found to be running without the mandatory Consent to Establish (CTE) and Consent to Operate (CTO), DPCC informed the National Green Tribunal (NGT). Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The matter came to light following a complaint referred to the DPCC last year by the office of then Delhi cabinet minister Saurabh Bharadwaj, based on a resident's allegations. The same issue was later brought before the NGT. The complaint stated that an illegal factory was operating at odd hours, running heavy machinery, and not managing the waste. In a report dated June 5, 2025, and uploaded on Saturday, DPCC stated, "The unit was involved in selling bakery and confectionery items with in-house manufacturing. The establishment had a trade licence from the Delhi Cantonment Board, but no CTO and CTE were issued by the DPCC." A joint inspection by DPCC and Delhi Cantonment Board officials was conducted on Sept 23, 2024. The report further noted that while the area is designated as mixed-land use under the Delhi Master Plan 2021, only shops up to 20 sqm are permitted. The factory in question exceeded this limit. "Accordingly, a showcause notice was issued on Sept 30, levying an environmental compensation of Rs 5 lakh," DPCC said, adding, "Further, the DPCC on the same day issued a direction to the Delhi Cantonment Board (DCB) to seal the unit." In a separate case, DPCC submitted another report to the NGT concerning an overflowing dhalao (garbage dump yard) in Hari Nagar, west Delhi. The complaint alleged that despite being officially closed, the dump site continued to be used for waste disposal. An inspection was conducted in Jan 2025 at dhalao number 132, located on Mangal Pandey Road, near Hanuman Park. "The dumping yard is found at the boundary of Hanuman Park, adjacent to Mangal Pandey Road. The yard is in a damaged condition and can collapse at any time," said the report dated June 19 and uploaded on Saturday. It also noted that the main drain was clogged, and garbage was spilling over onto the footpath. DPCC has asked Municipal Corporation of Delhi to submit a detailed action taken report regarding the condition of the dhalao and remedial measures undertaken.
