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The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has announced the operational launch of two multi-level automated parking facilities in Greater Kailash and Punjabi Bagh after a two-month delay. The delay was attributed to pending compliance requirements, including tree-felling permits for the Greater Kailash facility and fire safety certifications for the Punjabi Bagh structure. An MCD official has been terminated for their role in the delay. The Greater Kailash facility can house 399 cars, while the Punjabi Bagh parking can accommodate 225 vehicles.

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Delhi’s Parking Woes Eased as Automated Structures Open After Delay

NEW DELHI – Commuters in Greater Kailash and Punjabi Bagh can finally breathe a sigh of relief as two new multi-level automated parking facilities opened on Monday after a significant delay. The ₹63.7-crore project, inaugurated by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta two months prior, was stalled due to bureaucratic hurdles, leading to the termination of a responsible Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) official.

The Greater Kailash parking facility, located on a 2,240 square-metre plot, can accommodate 399 cars across its eight levels, utilizing a state-of-the-art robotic system. The main obstacle to its opening was securing permits to fell 18 trees along the site’s boundary, necessary to create access for emergency vehicles. The MCD has earmarked ₹10.3 lakh for replanting efforts.

The Punjabi Bagh facility, a five-storey puzzle parking structure worth ₹31 crore, was delayed due to a pending fire No Objection Certificate (NOC). This facility can house 225 vehicles.

“The delays were unacceptable, and we have taken swift action to ensure accountability,” said an MCD spokesperson. “These new facilities will significantly alleviate parking congestion in these areas and improve the overall commuting experience for Delhi residents.”

The opening of these facilities marks a significant step towards addressing the city’s growing parking challenges, but it also highlights the need for streamlined approval processes within the MCD to prevent similar delays in future infrastructure projects.

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