India, June 10 -- Chandni Chowk MP Praveen Khandelwal on Monday directed officials to work on maintenance of the area, such as immediate removal of encroachments, repair and resurfacing of damaged roads and footpaths, daily cleaning of public utilities and marketplaces. Khandelwal, while on inspection, also proposed to rename the Shahjahanabad Redevelopment Corporation (SRDC) into Indraprastha Redevelopment Authority to "align the area's identity with its timeless heritage and forward-looking vision".

The officials were also asked to clear the central verge in Chandni Chowk, redevelop Bara Tooti Chowk and Sadar Bazar with focus on modern civic facilities. Further, the MP asked BSES to remove overhead clutter of wires and cables.

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