New Delhi, Oct. 24 -- The public works department (PWD) has started the final phase of tree transplantation work along the long-delayed Barapullah Elevated Corridor Phase-3, a 3.5km stretch that will connect Sarai Kale Khan to Mayur Vihar.

The move follows the central empowered committee (CEC)'s recent clearance for tree felling and transplantation, paving the way for full-fledged construction to resume nearly a decade after the project first began.

According to officials, the department has floated a tender worth Rs.2.79 lakh for the transplantation and maintenance of large trees affected by the project. The tree felling and transplantation work is likely to be completed by December, following which the construction work will start.

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