Delhi Public Works Department (PWD) Minister Atishi on Tuesday inspected the newly transformed Lodhi Road and Pragati Maidan stretch to take stock of G20 preparations. Speaking about the comprehensive makeover of Lodhi Road and other significant city roads, Atishi said she inspected Lodhi Road, a vital part of Central Delhi. PWD has completely transformed this stretch with contemporary design and architecture. The addition of fountains, modern street sculptures, lighting, state-of-the-art furniture, green spaces, and a walking path has made the road aesthetically appealing. As Delhi will welcome the G20 delegates soon, we aspire to showcase our finest work to them.” “Pragati Maidan, which is the main venue of the G20 summit and will witness the presence of the leaders of 20 nations, in this regard, the AAP government has also worked on beautifying the roads here. Along with the black-topping of the roads, the Public Works Department (PWD) has also installed impressive street art here. Additionally, a large number of plants of various species have been planted here to ensure greenery, she added.
The PWD Minister emphasized that both the MCD and Delhi Government are working tirelessly to present Delhi at its best during the G20 summit. The Delhi government has orchestrated a splendid transformation of major roads, including Ring Road, Lodhi Road, Aurobindo Marg, Shantivan Road, among others. Simultaneously, the MCD has deployed a large number of sanitation workers and mechanized sweeping to ensure the capital's cleanliness.