Focus on fit India: Delhi LG Taranjit Sandhu directs DDA to scrap morning entry fees at parks, heritage sites

Consistent with the Prime Minister's objective to encourage the Fit India Mission, Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu has instructed the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) to scrap the access charges until 10:00 AM for early strollers at DDA grounds, lawns and historic locations where access passes are currently being billed.

The grounds and locations included under this programme are Mehrauli Archaeological Park, Baansera, Asita, Kranti Udhyan, Vatika, Atal Sadbhavana Park, Vasudev Ghat, Vaishnavi Park, DDA Green at Sector 16-D Dwarka, Amrut Bio-Diversity Park, Lala Hardayal Park (Jasola) and Smriti Van (Narela).

The resolution has been reached to offer aid to early strollers, runners and fitness fans, while fostering broader social involvement in wholesome outside pursuits and advancing a habit of health and wellness throughout the town.

DDA oversees 16,000 acres of leafy assets across capital city

All DDA grounds will remain accessible free of charge to the public.

DDA remains dedicated to building and preserving accessible, lively and green public areas throughout Delhi for the advantage of all residents.

DDA oversees over 16,000 acres of leafy assets, involving more than 700 grounds, biological zones, town woods, district grounds and local plots. These areas serve a crucial part in preserving natural equilibrium, fostering communal health and ensuring shared entry to greenery throughout the town.

Previously, on Wednesday, Sandhu headed a session with the DDA executives on the Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Framework to spread Prime Minister Narendra Modi's objective of "Walk-to-Work" neighbourhoods throughout Delhi.

Transformative policy

In a post on X, the LG hailed it as a "transformative policy," stating that it will redefine Delhi's "urban landscape and skyline."

He said that the vision involves reducing congestion, improving urban mobility and expanding affordable housing. The LG affirmed that the initiative will promote development of the national capital with due care to PM Modi's Viksit Bharat approach and sustainability.

Headed a session with @Official_DDA on the Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Framework to bolster the objective of building "Walk-to-Work" neighbourhoods throughout Delhi.

Led by Hon'ble PM Shri @narendramodi Ji's objective for a #ViksitBharat, this evolving framework will reimagine Delhi's city scenery and horizon. By fostering high-volume, varied-use building near Metro and RRTS hubs, we seek to lower traffic, enhance city movement, and grow entry to cheap shelter. Building lively, unified station centers where residents can dwell, labor, and buy without reliance on personal motors will clear the path for a cleaner, more durable, and future-set #ViksitDilli," he said.