Synopsis
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates 1,675 newly constructed flats for JJ cluster dwellers and several development projects in Delhi. These include the World Trade Centre at Nauroji Nagar, GPRA Type-II Quarters at Sarojini Nagar, CBSE’s Integrated Office Complex at Dwarka, and foundation stones for new projects in Delhi University.
ANIAhead of crucial Delhi polls, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday virtually inaugurated several developmental projects inlcuding two urban redevelopment projects – the World Trade Centre at Nauroji Nagar and GPRA Type-II Quarters at Sarojini Nagar, CBSE’s Integrated Office Complex at Dwarka. Additionally, PM Modi laid the foundation stone of Veer Savarkar College at Roshanpura, Najafgarh, virtually.
The development push from the BJP-led central government comes ahead of assembly polls in Delhi, expected in February.
Furthermore, the Prime Minister inaugurated the 1,675 newly constructed flats for the dwellers of JJ clusters and also hand over keys to eligible beneficiaries at Swabhiman Apartments in Ashok Vihar, Delhi. The inauguration of newly constructed flats will mark the completion of the second successful In-Situ Slum Rehabilitation Project by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA).
The objective of the project is to provide the residents of the JJ clusters in Delhi with a better and healthier living environment equipped with proper amenities and facilities.
For every Rs 25 lakh spent on the construction of a flat by the government, eligible beneficiaries pay less than 7 per cent of the total amount, comprising Rs 1.42 lakh as a nominal contribution and Rs 30,000 for five years of maintenance.
The World Trade Centre at Nauroji Nagar has transformed the area by replacing over 600 dilapidated quarters with state-of-the-art commercial towers, offering around 34 lakh square feet of premium commercial space with advanced amenities.
The project incorporates green building practices, with provisions such as a zero-discharge concept, solar energy generation, and rainwater harvesting systems.
The GPRA Type-II Quarters at Sarojini Nagar includes 28 towers that house over 2,500 residential units, offering modern amenities and efficient use of space. The project’s design incorporates rainwater harvesting systems, sewage and water treatment plants, and solar-powered waste compactors encouraging eco-conscious living.
DU and Veer Savarkar College:
The Prime Minister laid foundation stone of three new projects in Delhi University worth over Rs 600 crore. It includes Eastern Campus at Surajmal Vihar in East Delhi and Western Campus at Dwarka. It also includes building Veer Savarkar College at Roshanpura, Najafgarh, having state-of-the-art facilities for education. The college, which will cost an estimated Rs 140 crore and span a built-up area of 18,816.56 square metres, is located near the Urban Extension Road (UER) highway and within a five-minute walk of the proposed West Campus.
It will feature state-of-the-art facilities, including 24 classrooms, eight tutorial rooms, 40 faculty rooms, department libraries, conference rooms, and a canteen.
