*Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot reviews the redevelopment plan of ISBTs at Anand Vihar and Sarai Kale Khan*
*The ISBTs will act as "Travel Port" facilitating the integration of entries to RRTS, Metro, ISBT and Railway Stations*
*Anand Vihar ISBT site to have shopping complex, banqueting facility, budget hotel, terrace restaurants and cafes, offices and houses*
*Sarai Kale Khan ISBT to have retail mall, offices, budget hotel, terrace restaurants and cafes, city center warehouse and houses*
*Our ambitious redevelopment plan for Anand Vihar and Sarai Kale Khan ISBTs reflects our commitment to creating world-class infrastructure- Shri Kailash Gahlot*
*Under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Arvind Kejriwal, the Delhi Government is dedicated to ushering in a new era of modernization and efficiency in urban transportation- Shri Kailash Gahlot*
*New Delhi:*27.02.24-In a strategic move towards enhancing the infrastructure and functionality of key transport hubs, Transport Minister Shri Kailash Gahlot presided over a meeting to assess the progress of the redevelopment plan for the Anand Vihar and Sarai Kale Khan Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBT). The meeting was attended by senior officials from the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC), Delhi Transport Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (DTIDC) and the Delhi Transport Department. In the meeting, the officials informed the minister, that the project's site assessment, topographic survey, traffic assessment, and market analysis have all been finalized. Also, Ernst & Young (E&Y) has already been appointed as the consultant for the project. The feasibility study is in process and Detailed Project Report (DPR) will be presented soon by the consultant.
Transport Minister Shri Kailash Gahlot expressed the Delhi Government's commitment to revitalizing the Anand Vihar and Sarai Kale Khan ISBTs. He said "Under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Arvind Kejriwal, the Delhi Government is dedicated to ushering in a new era of modernization and efficiency in urban transportation. Our ambitious redevelopment plan for Anand Vihar and Sarai Kale Khan Inter-State Bus Terminals reflects our commitment to creating world-class infrastructure that seamlessly integrates various modes of transport, enhances connectivity, and fosters sustainable development. This transformative initiative underscores our vision for a dynamic and progressive Delhi, where citizens can enjoy an unparalleled and seamless travel experience."
The comprehensive plan aims to maximize the utilization of these vital areas while exploring their commercial viability.
The proposed project goes beyond conventional transport infrastructure, envisioning a mixed-use development that encompasses residential, office, retail, and hospital spaces. A formal Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) is set to be inked between the Delhi Government and the involved agencies upon clearance from all concerned bodies.
*Key highlights of the redevelopment plan*
*Anand Vihar ISBT:*
The plan for Anand Vihar ISBT involves the construction of a state-of-the-art bus terminal, offering passengers a range of transport options, including railway, metro, RRTS, and local & inter-state buses. The site will also feature a shopping complex, banqueting facility, budget hotel, terrace restaurants and cafes, offices, student housing, rental housing, and housing for professionals.
*Sarai Kale Khan ISBT:*
Similarly, the Sarai Kale Khan ISBT redevelopment includes a versatile bus terminal with interconnectivity options for various modes of transport. The plan encompasses the construction of a retail mall, offices, budget hotel, terrace restaurants and cafes, a city centre warehouse, and housing for professionals.
The redevelopment aims to establish these ISBTs as "Travel Ports," ensuring seamless integration of entries to RRTS, Metro, ISBT and Railway Stations, supported by environment-friendly walkways. Noteworthy features include travellators for passengers, self-help ticketing through Ticket ATMs, and common waiting facilities or recreation areas strategically positioned within a 15m-20m walk to the boarding points.