India, April 16 -- Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu has sought an action plan for pedestrianisation projects in high-footfall areas of Connaught Place and Khan Market to ensure the provision of essential civic services, a senior official from the LG secretariat said on Wednesday.

"The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has been asked to undertake a study and submit a plan to make both these iconic commercial hubs pedestrian-friendly," an official said.

The directions came during the LG's review meeting on the functioning and initiatives of the NDMC. "Reviewed the status and progress of key initiatives and ongoing works undertaken by the NDMC in a meeting with the chairperson (Keshav Chandra). The discussion focused on add...