India, July 16 -- Five key arterial roads connecting Connaught Place with Lutyens' Delhi are set for a major overhaul, with the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) planning to redevelop the 9.3km network with wider footpaths, dedicated cycle tracks, smarter traffic systems and upgraded public spaces under a proposed 'smart roads project'.

A senior NDMC official said the project will cover KG Marg, Janpath, Barakhamba Road, Baba Kharak Singh Marg and Sansad Marg, besides redesigning the Windsor Place and Claridges Hotel rotaries. The civic body has invited bids to appoint a technical consultant who will prepare the master plan and detailed designs and oversee the implementation of the project over 18 months.

Officials said the redevelopme...