Construction of Wall-to-Wall Roads Underway; Funds Released to MLAs: CM Rekha Gupta

Eliminating Dust in the Capital Is Our Government’s Priority: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta

Citizens’ Participation Is Essential for Long-Term Pollution Control: CM

New Delhi, December 2025 : Delhi Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta has said that her government is working simultaneously on several fronts to control pollution in the capital effectively and sustainably. She stated that eliminating dust pollution is among the government’s top priorities. To achieve this goal, the construction of wall-to-wall roads across Delhi is being carried out at an accelerated pace.

The Chief Minister said that to ensure there are no hurdles in road construction, MLAs have been provided with substantial funds amounting to several crores of rupees. She emphasised that pollution control cannot be achieved through government efforts alone, active public participation is equally important. Citizens must understand their role in reducing dust and smoke and act accordingly.

The Chief Minister shared this information during her visit to the Shalimar Bagh Assembly Constituency today, where she inaugurated and inspected several key projects related to road construction, drain repairs, sewer line installation, high-mast lights, park redevelopment, and other civic facilities.

She noted that flying dust is a major contributor to pollution in Delhi; therefore, wall-to-wall roads are an effective solution for ensuring long-term dust control along road edges. She instructed MLAs to ensure that all new construction or repair works adhere strictly to the wall-to-wall road model. She also clarified that if additional funds are required for this work, they will be provided immediately.

The Chief Minister criticised previous governments for failing to formulate any serious plan to tackle pollution and for not paying adequate attention to road development. She said that previous administrations neither ensured proper road width nor took dust control seriously. Their efforts remained confined to rhetoric and advertisements, the consequences of which Delhi is facing today. The Chief Minister stated that her government is committed to finding a permanent solution to pollution. A sufficient budget has been allocated, and concrete steps are being taken based on expert advice.

The Chief Minister added that even small interventions are proving highly effective in controlling pollution. Night patrolling guards are being provided with electric heaters so they do not burn wood or waste during winter. Additionally, the government has initiated the process of providing electric or gas-powered irons to press workers.

During today’s visit to Shalimar Bagh, the Chief Minister inaugurated RMC construction works for drains and lanes in BH East. She then launched multiple projects, including the installation of a new water pipeline in CC Block, the construction of RMC roads and drains, park development, and installation of new CCTV cameras. She inspected the Senior Citizen Building and instructed officials to ensure all pending works are completed within the stipulated timeline.

The Chief Minister also inaugurated several development works in Sahipur Village, including the construction of a boundary wall around the johad, installation of a new sewer line, and other civic improvements. She said that the all-round development of rural areas in the capital is a key priority for the Delhi Government.

Following this, the Chief Minister launched projects in BK-1 and BK-2 Blocks, including the construction of new lanes and drains, a new sewer line, high-mast lights, park redevelopment, inspection of the swimming pool area, and construction of roads and drains in the police colony. She also inaugurated new facilities in the park, such as a gym, play station, and solar lights.
The Chief Minister said that development works across all parts of Delhi are progressing rapidly through MLAs. Building a ‘Viksit Delhi’ is the government’s clear objective, and consistent efforts are being made in this direction.