New Delhi, Dec. 12 -- The Delhi government's Public Works Department (PWD) has announced plans to build skywalks and elevated pedestrian pathways at two congested nodes in the city - the Ring Road stretch near Nigambodh Ghat, and the Uttam Nagar East Metro Station in west Delhi. Together estimated at Rs.12.29 crore, both projects are slated for completion within six months, officials said on Wednesday.

Near Nigambodh Ghat, an elevated pathway will come up close to the Marghat Wale Baba Hanuman Temple to streamline the movement of thousands who cross the Ring Road each day. According to a PWD official familiar with the plan, the situation spirals into chaos on Tuesdays and Saturdays, when the area is overwhelmed by devotees.

"People walk...