Archive · 23 Jan 2026
Delhi Plans Rs 5,000 Crore Munak Canal Revamp
The Delhi government is planning a big makeover for the Munak Canal.
They want to clean it up, make it beautiful, and build special places for Chhath Puja.
They're also building a new road above the canal to help with traffic.
The project costs Rs 5,000 crore and should be done by next year.
Once it's finished, more than 30,000 people are expected to visit the area every day for walks and other activities.
The goal is to turn the canal from a dirty place into a nice spot for worship and community events.
Delhi government plans a Rs 5,000 crore revamp of the Munak Canal, including cleaning, beautification, and construction of Chhath ghats.
An elevated road and bridge widening are planned to ease traffic congestion in Outer Delhi.
The project is expected to be completed by next year's Chhath Puja.
More than 30,000 people are expected to visit the area daily for walks and recreational activities once the project is completed.
The revamp aims to transform the canal into a focal point for faith, culture, and modern urban renewal.
- Who
- Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and the Delhi government
- What
- A comprehensive revamp of the Munak Canal, including cleaning, beautification, construction of Chhath ghats, an elevated road, and bridge widening
- When
- Project foundation laid on January 22, 2026, with completion expected by next year's Chhath Puja
- Where
- Munak Canal in Delhi, affecting areas like Shalimar Bagh, Pitampura, and others
- Why
- To transform the canal into a focal point for faith, culture, and recreation, while also easing traffic congestion
- Project Cost
- Rs 5,000 crore
- Project Components
- Cleaning, beautification, Chhath ghats, elevated road, service roads, bridge widening
- Expected Completion
- By next year's Chhath Puja
- Expected Daily Visitors
- More than 30,000
- Affected Areas
- Shalimar Bagh, Pitampura, Keshavpuram, Netaji Subhash Place, Punjabi Bagh, Kohat Enclave
- Traffic Improvement
- Elevated road and bridge widening to ease congestion
