India, May 12 -- The Delhi Government is planning a major increase in financial support for the maintenance and development of parks and gardens across the Capital, with Resident Welfare Associations, NGOs, and registered societies likely to receive up to 100 per cent Government funding for eligible projects.

Under the proposed changes, annual maintenance assistance for parks may rise from Rs 2.55 lakh per acre to Rs 3.8 lakh per acre. The move is aimed at improving cleanliness, irrigation systems, and long-term upkeep of green spaces in the city. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said strengthening Delhi's green cover remains one of the Government's key priorities. She said the proposed changes would encourage greater community participation w...