India, Nov. 26 -- The Delhi government is planning major redevelopment and widening of bridges over East Delhi's Ghazipur Drain and trunk drain number one to ease congestion on key trans Yamuna routes, senior officials said on Tuesday.

In the first phase, a new cable bridge will be developed near Karkari Mor for traffic from Karkardooma, Anand Vihar, Jagriti Enclave and Preet Vihar, while the existing concrete bridge near Bhikam Singh Colony will be demolished and expanded from two lanes to three, officials said.

The Irrigation and Flood Control Department has floated bids for the cable bridge project at Karkari Mor, estimated to cost Rs.1.8 crore and scheduled for completion in six months, officials said. The three-lane bridge at Bhika...