Delhi Metro Proposes Elevated Corridor Network to Alleviate Traffic Congestion on Mehrauli-Badarpur Road
South Delhi’s Mehrauli-Badarpur Road corridor, encompassing key localities such as Sangam Vihar, Saket, Khanpur, Pul Prahladpur, and Badarpur, has experienced significant traffic pressure due to increasing vehicular volumes, dense residential settlements, and roadside parking. In response, DMRC has formulated an ambitious infrastructure plan aimed at streamlining traffic flow and enhancing commuter experience along this critical transit artery.
The core of the proposal involves the construction of a nearly 5-kilometre elevated corridor stretching from Sangam Vihar to Maa Anandmayee Marg, following the Mehrauli-Badarpur Road alignment. This elevated section is designed to provide uninterrupted vehicular movement above the congested surface roads, reducing travel time and easing daily traffic snarls.
Complementing this, a 1.1-kilometre elevated segment is planned from Pul Prahladpur to the Badarpur border area, targeting improved traffic circulation near this key entry and exit point of South Delhi. Additionally, an elevated road connecting Saket G-Block to Sangam Vihar is included to further enhance connectivity between residential and commercial hubs.
Beyond elevated roads, the project envisions a 1.9-kilometre stretch between Maa Anandmayee Marg and Pul Prahladpur to be redesigned with upgraded road layouts and pedestrian infrastructure. This redesign aims to facilitate smoother traffic movement and safer pedestrian crossings, integrating seamlessly with existing Metro lines and flyovers in the vicinity.
In a subsequent phase, DMRC proposes a 2.48-kilometre six-lane elevated flyover constructed above the existing Delhi Metro tunnel corridor. This flyover is expected to further augment traffic capacity and reduce surface-level congestion along the corridor.
The project will connect major junctions and residential clusters including Saket G-Block, Ambedkar Nagar, Khanpur, and Pul Prahladpur, thus serving a substantial commuter base and addressing long-standing traffic challenges in South Delhi.
To advance this initiative, DMRC has allocated approximately ₹1.47 crore for consultancy services to prepare a detailed project report (DPR) and conduct comprehensive feasibility studies. These preparatory activities are targeted for completion within four months, laying the groundwork for subsequent construction phases.
The overall infrastructure development encompassing elevated roads, flyovers, underpasses, and road redesigns is projected to cost around ₹1,471 crore. While the DPR and feasibility studies are underway, the timeline for the execution and construction of the full-scale project has yet to be finalized.
This elevated corridor project represents a significant step in Delhi’s ongoing efforts to integrate urban transport infrastructure with metro rail systems, enhancing multimodal connectivity and reducing surface congestion. By leveraging elevated corridors above existing Metro tunnels and busy roadways, the initiative aims to optimize land use and improve traffic efficiency in one of the capital’s most congested corridors.
Once implemented, the project is expected to benefit thousands of daily commuters by reducing travel times, improving safety, and supporting sustainable urban mobility in South Delhi. It aligns with broader national priorities to modernize urban transport infrastructure and promote seamless integration between metro rail and road networks.
