Union Urban Development Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu today inaugurated the Underpass at Sarita Vihar in Delhi.
This underpass connects Noida to Okhla, thereby reducing commuting time between Noida, Sarita Viha, Okhla and the city.
The 1.09 kilometer underpass has been constructed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) and the Indian Railways at a cost of Rs 260 crore. A number of slip roads have also been provided, while cycle track and footpath are being constructed.
Naidu said that the Government is working to reduce traffic congestion in the national capital, in a holistic manner, by increasing the coverage through metro, roads and railway, and constructing flyovers and bridges.
He added that special attention is being given to expeditiously complete the projects pending for a long time.
Naidu also said that Delhi has a mixed population, and people from all states and all strata of society live here, and the government is trying to provide services and facilities to all, adding that the slum dwellers will not be displaced.
He further informed that the Government has already got a Bill passed in the Lok Sabha, to protect the unauthorized constructions up to June, 2014, from demolition and sealing.