India, April 24 -- The Public Works Department (PWD) will undertake the 55-kilometre elevated road plan, spanning across the entire Mahatma Gandhi Ring Road, in six phases, according to officers aware of the matter, with the first phase to be an 11.5-kilometre stretch between Kashmere Gate interstate bus terminal (ISBT) and Ashram or DND Flyway.

The plan has been formulated on the basis of a preliminary project report, officials said, citing minimal roadblocks on the 11.5km stretch and possession of land for the same. The consultant has started preparing a detailed project report, following which approvals and financial clearances will be taken. On-ground construction is expected to start in around six months, officials said.

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