New Delhi, March 5 -- Delhi Chief Minister of Delhi Rekha Gupta on Thursday laid the foundation stone for a foot over bridge (FOB) to be constructed near Ladakh Budh Vihar on Outer Ring Road, Kashmere Gate at an estimated cost of Rs 2.17 crore.

Speaking on the occasion, Gupta said that the project marks an important step towards fulfilling a long-standing demand of local residents. She noted that the bridge will enable citizens visiting Ladakh Budh Vihar and the Monastery Market to cross the road safely, making movement in the area more convenient and secure.

BJP MP from Chandni Chowk Praveen Khandelwal and PWD minister Parvesh Sahib Singh were also present at the event.

The Chief Minister informed that the design of the bridge has been ...