New Delhi, Jan. 30 -- The Trans-Yamuna Area Development Board on Thursday approved projects worth Rs.728 crore aimed at accelerating infrastructure upgrades in the region, with a focus on road redevelopment, drainage, and monsoon preparedness, officials said.

Chairing the board meeting, chief minister Rekha Gupta directed officials to prioritise the repair of damaged roads, drainage systems, and waterlogging hotspots ahead of the upcoming monsoon season. She emphasised that daily commuter safety and convenience required immediate attention.

The approved projects, to be executed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi and other agencies, include road refurbishment, park upgrades, and public amenity works. Gupta assured there would be "no f...