MPD Delhi-2041: Focuses on building TOD around metro stations

Metro stations
Delhi Development Authority's transit-oriented development (TOD) policy, which focuses on high-density, mixed-use development around transit nodes such as Metro stations and was approved in 2019, has now become part of the draft Master Plan for Delhi 2041. The TOD policy promotes the development of compact, walkable, mixed-use developments within influence zones of transit stations, which could be Delhi Metro station or an upcoming Regional Rapid Transit System one. It aims at improving public transit ridership, reducing vehicular congestion and greenhouse emissions and pollution in the long term. TOD is also an important strategy for unlocking the latent economic potential and land values in the city, MPD 41 states, adding that it will facilitate development and regeneration of select areas through planned intensification of uses and activities, infusion of new infrastructure and improvement in the public realm. This will also allow Delhi to capitalize on the large-scale investments made for public transit infrastructure. DDA intends to implement the policy strategically in select TOD nodes with high development potential. This will enable the creation of well-planned growth centres, developed as per sustainability principles, capable of developing into future economic drivers and cultural hubs for the city, the draft says, adding all transit-oriented development will be designed to ensure denser street networks, better public areas and active public frontages to ensure safer, walkable, cycling-friendly and vibrant areas throughout Delhi. The high FAR and mixed-use that will be allowed will ensure the creation of more dwelling units, including those for the economically weaker sections. The projects are planned to provide highest priority to pedestrians and non-motorized traffic, through various strategies such as traffic management plans, street improvements, creation of a network of pedestrian and non-motorized traffic routes, and restricted and high-priced public parking.

The MPD-2041, also stressed making Delhi ―future-ready, as it spots the trend of people shifting towards app-based mobility and plans to change gears from building for transport to managing travel demand. The ―Transport and Mobility section focuses on four key areas — improving connectivity and transport infrastructure, shifting from private to shared mobility, making Delhi walk-able and cycle-friendly, and managing parking in Delhi. The Plan states that shared mobility offers flexibility and an alternative to owning a car. Emergence of these shared mobility options complemented by the expansion of the Metro network is gradually changing mobility choices made by commuters from private ownership to shared or public transport-oriented options. The draft plan also recommends further integration of public transport system at every level to provide a seamless travel experience. This includes institutional and multimodal integration, last-mile connectivity and systems integration such as bus route rationalization and intelligent transport systems.
Published on 14 June 2021
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