The Delhi Development Authority discussed the Master Plan for Delhi 2047 on Friday
GS2Polity · Governance · IR· e-Governance & citizen services· Prelims + Mains·
Urban planning and infrastructure development: a GS2 case study on multi-modal transport and congestion management.
Why in news
The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) discussed the Master Plan for Delhi 2047, which proposes significant expansions to the Metro and Namo Bharat networks to alleviate urban congestion.
Background
The plan proposes expanding the Delhi Metro from 416 km to 695 km and the Namo Bharat network from 82 km to 383 km. It includes a Rs 1,789-crore intelligent traffic project for 42 corridors and 200 km of cycle tracks.
Facts for Prelims
- FactMaster Plan for Delhi 2047 proposes expanding Metro network from 416 km to 695 km
- FactNamo Bharat network expansion proposed from 82 km to 383 km
- FactIntelligent traffic project budget: Rs 1,789-crore for 42 corridors
- FactIdentified major transit hubs: Sarai Kale Khan, Anand Vihar, and Kashmere Gate
- BodyDelhi Development Authority (DDA) is the primary body overseeing the Master Plan
Prelims practice question
With reference to the Master Plan for Delhi 2047, consider the following statements:
- The plan includes an intelligent traffic project for 42 corridors with a budget of Rs 1,789-crore.
- The plan proposes expanding the Delhi Metro network from 416 km to 695 km.
- The Namo Bharat network expansion is proposed to reach a total of 500 km.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a)2 only
- (b)1 and 2 only
- (c)2 and 3 only
- (d)1, 2 and 3
Show answer
Answer: (b) 1 and 2 only — Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Statement 3 is incorrect: The plan proposes expanding the Namo Bharat network from 82 km to 383 km.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of integrated multi-modal transport systems in managing urban congestion and improving last-mile connectivity in rapidly expanding metropolitan cities like Delhi.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Intermodal integration: Seamless transition between Metro, regional rail, and feeder services to reduce transit friction
- Last-mile connectivity: Addressing the 'station-to-destination' gap through shared transport and feeder services
- Infrastructure bottlenecking: Mitigating congestion at identified hotspots like Dwarka Mor and Mukarba Chowk
Keywords: Multi-modal transport · Urban planning · Last-mile connectivity · Transit hubs · Infrastructure development
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