Delhi Metro plans elevated corridor project to ease South Delhi traffic: Check routes targeted, estimated cost
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation is proposing an elevated corridor project to alleviate traffic congestion in South Delhi. This initiative aims to enhance connectivity between South Delhi and the Badarpur border while integrating with existing Metro lines. The overall project is estimated to cost around ₹1,471 crore and is expected to significantly improve travel in the region.
- ▪The project includes a nearly 5-km elevated corridor connecting Sangam Vihar to Maa Anandmayee Marg.
- ▪A 1.1-km elevated section is planned from Pul Prahladpur towards Badarpur to streamline traffic movement.
- ▪The estimated cost for the broader infrastructure project is around ₹1,471 crore.
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Delhi Metro plans elevated corridor project to ease South Delhi traffic: Check routes targeted, estimated costThe proposed overhaul is expected to improve travel between South Delhi and the Badarpur border while integrating with existing Metro lines in the region.Updated on: May 27, 2026 5:16 PM ISTBy HT News DeskShare viaCopy link The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has drawn up an ambitious traffic decongestion plan for South Delhi, proposing a network of elevated corridors, redesigned roads, underpasses and subways along the heavily congested Mehrauli-Badarpur (MB) Road corridor. The project is aimed at easing daily bottlenecks faced by commuters travelling through Sangam Vihar, Saket, Khanpur, Pul Prahladpur and Badarpur.
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