New Delhi, Feb. 23 -- Delhi PWD minister Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma, on his second day after taking the charge of the department, took stock of ongoing projects and inspected the Barapullah Phase-3 project in southeast Delhi's Sarai Kale Khan and Bharatmandapam.

During his visit, Verma reviewed the construction progress on the Bhairo Marg-Sarai Kale Khan stretch and the Barapullah Phase-3 flyover, the statement read. He directed officials to ensure the timely completion of these projects to ease traffic congestion and improve connectivity, it stated.

Emphasising the need for quality construction, Verma said, "The roads should last for at least 10 - 15 years, even though their official lifespan is five years. The quality should be such that...