India, Feb. 25 -- New Delhi

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) is planning to redevelop a section of its 700 parks with theme-based designs that will also comprise water-sensitive urban design, officials aware of the development said on Tuesday.

The DDA has started empanelling landscape architecture firms for delivering comprehensive landscape services for these parks, officials said.

"The objective is to undertake development, redevelopment or restoration of green spaces based on site-specific requirements. The empanelled consultants will conduct detailed studies and prepare concept proposals before projects are finalised," a DDA official said.

The move is part of a broader plan to upgrade, restore and reimagine Delhi's hierarchic...