Delhi Government Approves Land Transfer for Metro Depot Construction
PWD approves transfer of 24 acres for Metro depot in Majlis Park
Hindustan Times
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The Delhi government's Public Works Department has approved the transfer of 24 acres of land in Majlis Park to the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation for a new depot, costing ₹238.71 crore. This move supports the expansion of the metro network under Phase 4, facilitating timely infrastructure development.
- 0124 acres of land in Majlis Park to be transferred for a metro depot.
- 02The transfer will cost ₹238.71 crore, based on provisional rates.
- 03The land is essential for the construction of the Phase 4 metro corridors.
- 04DMRC must adhere to conditions set by the PWD regarding land use.
- 05Metro depots are crucial for the maintenance and operation of trains.
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The Delhi government's Public Works Department (PWD) has approved the transfer of 24 acres of land in Majlis Park to the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) for the construction of a depot necessary for the upcoming Phase 4 metro corridors. The transfer will cost ₹238.71 crore based on provisional land rates set by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) for the financial years 2022-24. PWD Minister Parvesh Verma emphasized that this initiative supports the expansion of public transport infrastructure in Delhi. The land, which includes 14.31 acres in Pocket H2(B) and 9.69 acres in Pocket H2(C), will be transferred at a rate of ₹9.9 crore per acre. DMRC is required to confirm acceptance of the transfer conditions and pay the amount before formal permission is granted. The PWD has also outlined that the land is provided on an “as is, where is” basis, and DMRC must handle any necessary infrastructure restoration and comply with various regulations during construction. Metro depots are vital for the maintenance and operation of trains for the new corridors being developed under this expansion phase.
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This land transfer will facilitate the timely construction of a metro depot, which is essential for maintaining and operating trains, ultimately improving public transport in Delhi.
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