New Delhi, August 21: Delhi government minister Ashish Sood elaborated on the Delhi Master Plan 2047, the cleaning of the Yamuna River, and the city’s pollution issues. He emphasized that this master plan will transform the future landscape of Delhi.
In an interview, Minister Ashish Sood stated, “The Delhi Master Plan 2047 makes it clear that while land is limited in Delhi, the city’s vision will not be constrained. Delhi will now grow vertically. The plan includes river connectors, green spaces in the Aravalli range, park connectors, and cycling tracks. The key features of this master plan pave the way for Delhi to become a developed state.”
He noted that the master plan has cleared the redevelopment of areas covering 3,000 square meters. This includes the redevelopment of DDA flats built on 3,000 square meters with a floor area ratio (FAR) of 1.5, allowing for larger and more spacious homes. Residents who purchased older flats now find them small due to their growing families. Since new land cannot be created in Delhi, this plan offers an opportunity for the redevelopment of these properties. Similarly, unauthorized colonies will see collective development of areas spanning 2,000 square meters.
Discussing transit-oriented development (TOD), he mentioned that this approach could address pollution and transportation issues. Affordable housing will be constructed within a 500-meter radius of metro lines, enabling residents to easily commute to work via the metro. With this visionary approach, Delhi is committed to becoming the capital of a developed India.
Minister Ashish Sood highlighted that a significant aspect of this master plan is the inclusion of a ‘Comprehensive Mobility Plan,’ which connects land use with the transport system. The goal is to integrate metro, roads, and transportation systems, addressing issues related to the construction of new peripheral roads and land use restrictions.
On the plan to connect the Yamuna River to the city, he stated, “This time, the master plan includes provisions for river connectors to link the city with areas along the Yamuna. It also proposes creating open green spaces in the Aravalli range, along with 50 kilometers of cycling tracks and over 200 kilometers of park connectors.”
He pointed out that areas around the Sahibi River are often left vacant and become dumping grounds. These areas are now being developed as parks and connected to nearby green spaces, reflecting a long-term vision for the development of Delhi.
Regarding the cleaning of the Yamuna, the minister remarked, “For years, no work was done on the drains flowing into the Yamuna. Now, with the development of river connectors, the Yamuna will connect with the rest of Delhi through these corridors. Under the leadership of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, work is already underway to install sewage treatment plants (STPs) for the drains flowing into the Yamuna, and the Delhi government, led by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, is working on this project under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.”
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