New Delhi, Feb. 17 -- The Delhi government on Monday approved financial support running into several thousand crore rupees for the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) for road infrastructure, sanitation services, primary schools and community facilities, according to an official statement.

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said the allocations are intended to strengthen civic infrastructure and improve service delivery through local bodies. "The overall development of Delhi depends on strong and empowered local bodies," she said, adding that funds have also been earmarked under the Chief Minister's Development Fund (CMDF).

For roads under the MCD's jurisdiction, officials said proposals worth about Rs.1,330 crore have been prepared for the fi...