India, March 21 -- The Noida authority on Thursday laid the foundation stone for the 5.6km elevated road from Chilla in Delhi to Mahamaya flyover in Noida that will offer smooth and seamless commute to thousands of commuters who face traffic congestion daily.

This project is expected to decongest the existing Delhi-Noida Link road that witnesses heavy traffic during peak hours in the morning and evening.

The authority organised a "bhoomipujan (a Hindu ritual)" at the site to mark the resumption of construction work on the elevated road, which has been delayed for over four years owing to funding and logistical challenges. The project is now scheduled for completion within three years at a revised cost of Rs.893 crore.

The Uttar Pradesh...