Archive · 20 Aug 2026
Delhi Master Plan 2047 Targets Housing, Transit and Development
Delhi has made a big plan for how the city should grow until 2047.
The plan was announced by several government leaders.
It aims to build about 40 lakh homes so more people can live safely and with dignity.
The Delhi Metro network is expected to become much larger.
Old neighborhoods and very old buildings may be rebuilt.
Some rules about building height and land use may be relaxed, except in sensitive security areas.
The plan also supports better roads, education, jobs, hospitals and other facilities.
Leaders said Delhi should become more modern while protecting its history and culture.
The Delhi Master Plan 2047 was unveiled by Union minister Manohar Lal and senior Delhi leaders.
The plan proposes around 40 lakh homes, particularly to provide dignified housing for poorer residents.
Delhi Metro coverage is planned to expand from 416 km to more than 650 km.
Older neighborhoods, homes and flats may be redeveloped, with increased FAR and relaxed building-height rules in many areas.
Officials said the plan seeks to balance population growth, economic activity, connectivity, quality housing and heritage preservation.
- Who
- Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal, Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Minister Ashish Sood unveiled the plan.
- What
- The Delhi Master Plan 2047 sets out proposals for housing, transport, redevelopment, economic activity and long-term urban growth.
- When
- The plan was unveiled on Thursday; the articles do not specify the date.
- Where
- Delhi, India’s national capital.
- Why
- It was prepared to address Delhi’s growing population, housing needs, transportation challenges, pollution and broader development requirements.
- Housing target
- Around 40 lakh homes are proposed, including housing intended to benefit poorer residents.
- Metro expansion
- The Delhi Metro network is planned to expand from 416 km to more than 650 km.
- Redevelopment
- Older areas, homes and flats may be redeveloped, including through resident welfare associations.
- Building rules
- Height restrictions are expected to be relaxed in many areas, except locations sensitive for security.
- Land use
- Relaxations to older guidelines are intended to promote economic activities and unlock land for housing.
- Development focus
- The plan includes transit-oriented development, quality housing, education and medical hubs, and heritage preservation.