Can Connaught Place Inner Circle Go Vehicle-Free? Civic Body Seeks Feedback
The New Delhi Municipal Council is seeking public feedback on a proposal to make the iconic Connaught Place Inner Circle a vehicle-free zone. Officials are considering various seasonal timings and logistical adjustments to balance pedestrian accessibility with commercial needs.
Why it matters
This initiative reflects a growing urban planning trend in major Indian cities to prioritize pedestrianization and reduce traffic congestion in historic commercial hubs.
Could Connaught Place's iconic Inner Circle become vehicle-free for a few hours every day?New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) Chairman Manoj Dwivedi has sought public suggestions on whether the busy commercial hub can be turned into a pedestrian-friendly zone.In a post on X on Thursday, Dwivedi said that almost everyone in the National Capital Region (NCR) would have visited Connaught Place and asked, "Can we make the inner circle of CP vehicle-free?"He suggested allowing people to walk around freely, similar to some mall roads and central areas in foreign cities.But the NDMC chief has not proposed a fixed plan yet.
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