Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday announced a landmark push for slum redevelopment, stating that the government has allocated a dedicated fund of ₹700 crore exclusively for slum settlements across the national capital. Calling it a first-of-its-kind move, she said the planning has been done in advance to ensure visible and lasting improvement in living conditions.
“For the first time, a fund of ₹700 crore has been allocated for slum settlements in Delhi. This time, we planned it thoroughly so that proper drains, paved lanes, toilets, parks, and slum development centres are built in these areas,” Rekha Gupta said while addressing the media.
The Chief Minister said the focus of the new plan is not temporary fixes but permanent infrastructure that directly improves daily life for residents. She explained that poor drainage, broken lanes, lack of sanitation and absence of public spaces have been long-standing issues in slum clusters, which will now be addressed in a structured manner.
According to Gupta, the funds will be used to construct underground drainage systems, concrete internal roads, community toilets, green parks and dedicated centres for skill development and social activities. She added that departments have been instructed to ensure quality work and timely completion.
