The latest iteration of modifications — proposals for which were floated nearly two decades ago but implemented only in 2018 — is being carried out under the Chandni Chowk Redevelopment Project. A special purpose vehicle, Shahjahanabad Redevelopment Corporation (SRDC), was set up by former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit in 2007. It has also re-established Chandni Chowk as an important part of Delhi,” she said. Despite this, Chandni Chowk continues to thrive, especially as a wholesale market and a tourist destination. At Nai Sarak, which connects Chandni Chowk to Chawri Bazar, a large section of the road is dug up.

Source: The Hindu August 29, 2020 17:37 UTC