Archive · 2 Jan 2026
Delhi to Build Flyover for Pankha Road Congestion
The Delhi government is planning to build a flyover or underpass at the busy Pankha Road crossing in Janakpuri to reduce traffic congestion.
This road is very important because it connects many areas like the airport, Dwarka, and Delhi Cantonment.
The government has set aside Rs 2 crore to study the traffic and decide the best solution.
They also mentioned that the previous government did not do anything to improve this area for 11 years.
Additionally, they are planning to repair the Seelampur flyover in East Delhi at a cost of Rs 17 crore.
Delhi PWD plans to decongest Janakpuri's Pankha Road crossing with a flyover or underpass.
Rs 2 crore allocated for consultancy to study traffic and feasibility.
Pankha Road is a key route connecting West Delhi to New Delhi and Delhi Cantonment.
Education Minister Ashish Sood highlights neglect by previous government and current efforts to address congestion.
PWD also planning to repair Seelampur flyover in East Delhi at a cost of Rs 17 crore.
- Who
- Delhi Public Works Department (PWD)
- What
- Planning to build a flyover or underpass at Pankha Road crossing
- When
- Proposal and feasibility study in progress
- Where
- Janakpuri, West Delhi
- Why
- To decongest the busy Pankha Road crossing and improve connectivity
- Location
- Janakpuri, West Delhi
- Proposed Structure
- Flyover or Underpass
- Consultancy Budget
- Rs 2 crore
- Key Connectivity Points
- IGI Airport, Dwarka, Najafgarh, Delhi Cantonment, Dhaula Kuan, Hari Nagar, Tilak Nagar
- Repair Project
- Seelampur Flyover (Rs 17 crore)