Delhi CM takes charge of Old Delhi Redevelopment, appointed as SRDC chairperson Delhi chief minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday took charge of Old Delhi Redevelopment and said that her government will accord top priority to its redevelopment while focusing on conserving its heritage. She stated that Shahjahanabad was not merely a locality but a symbol of Delhi’s rich historical and cultural identity. The chief minister has been appointed chairperson of the Shahjahanabad Redevelopment Corporation (SRDC), an official said.Gupta said that the Delhi government aims to develop Old Delhi as a major tourism hub.The chief minister said that overhead electricity cables in the narrow lanes of the Walled City will be shifted underground to enhance safety and improve the area’s aesthetics. To address traffic congestion in market areas, a comprehensive traffic management plan will be prepared, along with the development of multi-level parking facilities.She noted that Old Delhi is a historic residential area where every lane reflects heritage and history. Alongside development, special attention will be given to the conservation of havelis, katras, and kunchas.Previously proposed SRDC projects–including the redevelopment of Chandni Chowk, development of the Jama Masjid area, beautification of Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Marg, and the road stretch from Delhi Gate to Kashmiri Gate–will be reviewed afresh.The chief minister also said that Old Delhi has long suffered from inadequate basic infrastructure. The government will ensure uninterrupted road construction, lane improvements, repair of the dilapidated sewer system, and a clear blueprint for a continuous drinking water supply. Cleanliness and sanitation in the area will also remain key priorities.The Shahjahanabad Redevelopment Corporation was constituted by the Delhi government on May 1, 2008, as a special purpose vehicle to coordinate development works among various agencies, including the Municipal Corporation, PWD and the Tourism Department. With the chief minister assuming the Chairperson role, SRDC’s restructuring is expected to provide fresh momentum to the redevelopment of Old Delhi. End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia-US Trade Deal: Trump Says India Won’t Buy Russian Oil; Rahul Gandhi Accuses PM of Selling Out’Symbol Of Negativity’: Goyal Rains Fire On Rahul Gandhi After US-India Trade Deal, Parl RuckusIndia-US Trade Deal: Moscow Contradicts Trump’s Claim On New Delhi ‘Stopping’ Russian Oil Imports’Called Me Yaar, Threw Papers’: TDP MP Tenneti Slams Eight Suspended Lok Sabha MPs’Dairy, Agriculture Protected’: Piyush Goyal Outlines ‘Historic’ US-India Trade Deal, Lauds PM ModiBudget 2026: Defence Expert Flags Committed Liabilities, Calls For Battlefield TransparencyPak Defence Minister Khawaja Asif Admits Terror Rooted In Corruption, Vindicates India In ParliamentGold, Silver Under Pressure After Peaks: Should You Invest And Hold Precious Metals Or Sell Off?India Moves To Secure Chicken’s Neck As Underground Rail Project Targets Strategic Vulnerabilities’Exit India If…’: Supreme Court Sends Sharp Message To Meta Over WhatsApp Policy, Indian User Data123PhotostoriesHow to make dhaba-style dal makhani at homeThere are only 6 countries whose names begin with the letter ‘U’Archana Puran Singh and Parmeet Sethi’s love story: From a ‘fling’ to three decades of togethernessA look into Yuvika Chaudhary and Prince Narula’s parenthood journeyFrom prehistoric sharks to unusual flowers: What’s inside the world’s largest cave6 common mistakes people make while cooking cauliflower6 luxury electric cars that blend sustainability with opulence‘Love Island’, ‘Love Is Blind’, and more: Reality TV couples who are still together in 2026Diljit Dosanjh makes Indian-style Masala Bread Omelette and we are absolutely loving it’Vadh 2’, ‘Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain’, ‘Devdas’ re-release: What to watch in cinemas this week123Hot PicksBudget 2026Gold Silver PricesCigarette Prices HikeIndia US TradeIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingSuper Bowl HalftimeMLB Trade RumorsJarrell MillerTom BradyTampa Bay LightningNHL Trade RumorsDarnell NurseRyan ClarkSam BennettGold Riyadh Players Ranking
Delhi chief minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday took charge of Old Delhi Redevelopment and said that her government will accord top priority to its redevelopment while focusing on conserving its heritage. She stated that Shahjahanabad was not merely a locality but a symbol of Delhi’s rich historical and cultural identity. The chief minister has been appointed chairperson of the Shahjahanabad Redevelopment Corporation (SRDC), an official said.Gupta said that the Delhi government aims to develop Old Delhi as a major tourism hub.The chief minister said that overhead electricity cables in the narrow lanes of the Walled City will be shifted underground to enhance safety and improve the area’s aesthetics. To address traffic congestion in market areas, a comprehensive traffic management plan will be prepared, along with the development of multi-level parking facilities.She noted that Old Delhi is a historic residential area where every lane reflects heritage and history. Alongside development, special attention will be given to the conservation of havelis, katras, and kunchas.Previously proposed SRDC projects–including the redevelopment of Chandni Chowk, development of the Jama Masjid area, beautification of Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Marg, and the road stretch from Delhi Gate to Kashmiri Gate–will be reviewed afresh.The chief minister also said that Old Delhi has long suffered from inadequate basic infrastructure. The government will ensure uninterrupted road construction, lane improvements, repair of the dilapidated sewer system, and a clear blueprint for a continuous drinking water supply. Cleanliness and sanitation in the area will also remain key priorities.The Shahjahanabad Redevelopment Corporation was constituted by the Delhi government on May 1, 2008, as a special purpose vehicle to coordinate development works among various agencies, including the Municipal Corporation, PWD and the Tourism Department. With the chief minister assuming the Chairperson role, SRDC’s restructuring is expected to provide fresh momentum to the redevelopment of Old Delhi.
