Transport investment for Delhi

In Indian capital Delhi investment plans are being made for the city’s transport infrastructure. Projects planned include building an elevated road link connecting Azadpur and Prembari Pul, as well as extending Barapullah road up to INA Market. These projects will cost some $345 million. The city authorities also plan to invest in 600 new low-floor buses, and a new monorail project to improve Delhi’s public transport system.
June 13, 2012 Read time: 1 min
In Indian capital Delhi investment plans are being made for the city’s transport infrastructure. Projects planned include building an elevated road link connecting Azadpur and Prembari Pul, as well as extending Barapullah road up to INA Market. These projects will cost some $345 million. The city authorities also plan to invest in 600 new low-floor buses, and a new monorail project to improve Delhi’s public transport system.

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