Overview

• Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched the Shalimar Bagh phase, removing 5 km of overhead HT and LT wires and laying 11.2 km of underground cable under an ₹8.07 crore allocation.
• The initial phase includes 23 double-source feeder pillars, new GI octagonal poles and CCMS switches to enhance street-lighting reliability and nighttime illumination.
• Directives to the Public Works Department and flood-control officials mandate nonstop drain inspections and prompt waterlogging clearance during the monsoon.
• This pilot is part of a broader ₹100 crore Smart Infrastructure mission that plans to extend underground wiring across other Delhi wards.
• Officials say the project will improve urban aesthetics, reduce electrical hazards and deliver uninterrupted round-the-clock power supply for residents.