In an effort to provide pleasant shopping experience to delhiites and etch out a global identity, the Kejriwal Government plans to revitalise and transform five major markets in the city. They include Kamla Nagar, Khari Baoli, Lajpat Nagar, Sarojini Nagar, and Kirti Nagar.
Besides, the Delhi Government announced its plans to develop the Gandhi Nagar market as a “grand garment hub” for economic growth and job creation.
As per plan Khari Baoli will be redeveloped on the lines of its inheritance from old Mughal Empire as finest spices from around the world are available here, Kamla Nagar will be redeveloped as a Youth Hangout zone; Lajpat Nagar as a high-end street fashion, ideal destination for wedding shopping and a one-stop destination for jewellery, clothing, and footwear; Sarojini Nagar as a fast fashion and latest trendsetting street market (Market for everything, everyone's market) and Kirti Nagar as a one-stop-shop for furniture and home décor.
Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday chaired a high-level meeting to review the progress of the market redevelopment project. The review meeting was also attended by Industries Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj. They discussed the plans, challenges, and timelines associated with the ambitious undertaking.
Lajpat Nagar, Khari Baoli, Kirti Nagar, and Kamla Nagar will be redeveloped in collaboration with the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), while the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has been roped in for the revamp of Sarojini Nagar.
Kejriwal directed that the MCD and NDMC be appointed as the executing agency for the redevelopment of these markets. The primary design for these markets is being prepared by expert architects. During the review meeting, Kejriwal also highlighted the importance of local needs and stated that all the five retail hubs will be redeveloped and beautified as per their specific requirements, ensuring that they remain true to their local essence while embracing a modern outlook.
All the markets will be made beautiful and clean so that people can have a pleasant shopping experience. Kejriwal also noted that the final design of the market will be determined through a competition, in which renowned architects from India and around the world will participate. ration from the renowned food culture of Singapore.