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The Delhi government has initiated a programme to inspect and rehabilitate 44 flyovers that are more than 15 years old, as part of efforts to improve road safety and extend the operational life of key transport infrastructure. The Public Works Department (PWD) will appoint consultants to carry out detailed structural audits, geotechnical investigations and topographical surveys before preparing repair plans. Flyovers constructed before 2000 have been prioritised due to their age and maintenance requirements. The exercise will cover major structures across the city, including those at Shadipur, Naraina, Lajpat Nagar and Sarai Kale Khan. The initiative forms part of a wider infrastructure maintenance strategy aimed at ensuring safe and efficient movement across Delhi’s road network amid rising traffic volumes and growing urbanisation.
The Delhi government has launched a comprehensive programme to assess and repair 44 flyovers across the city that have been in operation for more than 15 years, with authorities seeking to strengthen road safety and improve the condition of ageing transport infrastructure.
The Public Works Department (PWD), which maintains nearly 100 flyovers across Delhi, has initiated the process of appointing consultants to undertake structural audits and prepare detailed project reports for the identified structures. The exercise was announced in the past week as part of the government's broader infrastructure maintenance agenda.
According to officials, the structural assessments will focus on evaluating the current condition of flyovers, identifying signs of wear and deterioration, and determining the scope of repairs required to ensure long-term operational safety. The audits will include topographical surveys, geotechnical investigations and technical studies aimed at assessing the structural health of each asset.
Flyovers constructed before 2000 have been identified as priority assets under the programme. Many of these structures have been carrying substantial traffic volumes for decades and require detailed technical evaluation to determine future maintenance and rehabilitation requirements.
The government has indicated that several prominent flyovers, including those located at Shadipur, Naraina, Mangolpuri, Lajpat Nagar and Sarai Kale Khan, are expected to be covered under the initiative. These corridors serve as important transport links within Delhi and accommodate significant daily commuter traffic.
Alongside structural audits, the PWD plans to undertake repair and maintenance works on identified stretches. The scope of work is expected to include recarpeting of carriageways, pothole repairs, restoration of damaged road surfaces and rectification of sections affected by utility-related excavation works carried out by various agencies.
Officials noted that the audit findings would form the basis for future repair contracts and infrastructure improvement projects. Detailed project reports prepared by consultants will help determine the extent of structural strengthening, rehabilitation measures and maintenance interventions required for each flyover.
The initiative comes at a time when urban authorities across major Indian cities are increasingly focusing on maintaining existing infrastructure assets rather than relying solely on new construction. Regular structural assessments are being viewed as essential to ensuring the safety and longevity of ageing transport facilities that continue to support growing traffic demand.
Delhi's road network has witnessed a steady rise in vehicular movement over the years, placing additional pressure on bridges, flyovers and elevated corridors. The proposed inspections are expected to provide a clearer understanding of infrastructure conditions and help establish a systematic maintenance framework for the city's flyover network.
Through the programme, the government aims to improve commuter safety, reduce the risk of structural deficiencies and ensure that critical transport infrastructure remains capable of supporting Delhi's expanding mobility requirements in the years ahead.
Source - PTI
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