Delhi BJP MPs Propose Major Road Projects to Ease Traffic and Cut Pollution
Delhi has presented four major infrastructure proposals to Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari, aimed at tackling the city’s growing traffic congestion and air pollution. These proposals, discussed during a recent meeting between the MPs and Gadkari, focus on improving traffic flow, enhancing connectivity, and reducing the environmental impact of the city’s transport network.
One of the key proposals is the construction of an underground tunnel connecting Shiv Murti to Nelson Mandela Marg. This tunnel would significantly reduce travel time between Indira Gandhi International Airport and central Delhi, bringing it down to just 7-8 minutes. The tunnel would offer an alternative to the heavily congested roads surrounding the airport, alleviating traffic bottlenecks and improving overall vehicle movement in the area. Another major proposal involves the extension of the Delhi-Katra Expressway, which would link the expressway to both the Kundli-Manesar-Palwal (KMP) Expressway and Urban Extension Road (UER) 2. This extension is expected to create a direct route between Delhi and Gurgaon, bypassing the city’s congested core, thus allowing for faster and more efficient travel between the two cities. The third proposal suggests the construction of an expressway connecting UER 2 at Alipur to Tronica City in Uttar Pradesh. This new expressway would divert Haryana-bound traffic away from Delhi, thereby reducing congestion in the capital. It would also facilitate smoother commutes for those travelling to and from neighboring states.
The fourth proposal focuses on extending UER 2 to the east, creating a direct route from Dehradun to Noida and Ghaziabad without passing through Delhi. This extension is expected to significantly reduce traffic volumes on Delhi’s roads, particularly for commuters from Uttar Pradesh, easing congestion and improving traffic flow across the city. During a press conference, Harsh Malhotra, Union Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways, emphasized the urgency of these projects in addressing both pollution and traffic congestion. Malhotra noted that the new infrastructure would help manage the growing volume of vehicles entering Delhi from neighboring states, easing congestion and reducing the number of vehicles on the city’s roads, which are major contributors to air pollution. South Delhi MP Ramvir Singh Bidhuri also underscored the importance of these proposals in alleviating pollution and traffic jams. He highlighted that the new infrastructure would help regulate the number of vehicles entering Delhi, resulting in better traffic flow and cleaner air for residents.
Malhotra also highlighted several infrastructure achievements under the leadership of Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Over the past decade, India has seen the construction of over 55,000 km of national highways, improving connectivity across the country. Malhotra pointed out the near completion of the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway, which will significantly reduce travel time between the two cities. Additionally, the Delhi-Meerut Expressway has already started easing congestion, and the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway will drastically cut down travel time between Delhi and Mumbai from 36 hours to just 12.
These road infrastructure proposals are part of a broader vision to not only address immediate traffic issues but also support long-term urban growth. The projects aim to improve connectivity while reducing reliance on vehicles entering Delhi, fostering a more sustainable transport system. These initiatives are expected to make commuting in Delhi more efficient and sustainable, benefiting residents, commuters, and visitors alike. As the proposals progress, they will be integrated with ongoing efforts to combat pollution and congestion, both of which remain significant challenges for the city. By enhancing the city’s road infrastructure, these projects aim to ensure that Delhi remains a liveable city even as its population continues to grow. The four infrastructure proposals presented by Delhi’s BJP MPs offer a comprehensive plan to address two of the city’s most persistent issues—traffic congestion and pollution. If implemented, these projects will not only improve connectivity and reduce travel times but also contribute to the city’s environmental goals by cutting down vehicle emissions, making Delhi’s transport system more sustainable in the long run.
