Delhi has taken a major step toward greener mobility with steady progress on its 53-km Yamuna Cycle Corridor. The project aims to reduce pollution, ease traffic, and revive the Yamuna floodplains. Officials confirmed that Phase I construction will begin early next year. They expect it to finish within 12 months. The remaining phases are planned for completion within three years.
The corridor will run along both banks of the Yamuna. It will stretch from Wazirabad Barrage to NH-24 and Kalindi Kunj Biodiversity Park. The track will also cross the river at designated points. The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) is executing the project in three phases.
Phase I: Old Yamuna Rail Bridge to NH-24
Phase II: Extension to Kalindi Kunj Biodiversity Park
Phase III: Wazirabad Barrage to Old Yamuna Rail Bridge
Officials said that the tendering process has finished. Most departments have already issued NOCs. Railway approvals are now in their final stage. With these clearances, the project is moving faster than expected.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, who reviewed the progress on Wednesday, called the project “historic.” She said the corridor will promote sustainable transport and cut carbon emissions. It will also ease traffic and offer residents a healthier commute. Moreover, Gupta noted that the project will boost ecotourism and protect the Yamuna’s green belt.
Over the past two years, agencies created several open spaces along the 22-km stretch between Wazirabad and Okhla barrages. These include landscaped parks and recreational zones. The new cycle corridor will link these areas through dedicated cycling and walking paths.
Gupta directed all departments to maintain strong quality standards. She also asked them to prioritise safety and ecological protection during construction. With these measures, Delhi hopes to build a cleaner and healthier urban future.
