Delhi takes first step towards Open government

To put details of infra projects on website

PTI | November 11, 2010



In the backdrop of allegations of irregularities in CWG spendings, Delhi government today asked all concerned departments to put details of upcoming infrastructure projects on their websites to ensure transparency and accountability.

Chairing a meeting of Expenditure Finance Committee, Walia said details of the projects approved by EFC should be put on public domain.

The meeting approved two projects worth Rs 17.19 crore which will be implemented by PWD.

Walia later said EFC has approved Rs 7.36 crore for construction of a drain on both sides of Road No 63 in trans- Yamuna area. The project will be completed in 12 months.

He said four roads in Rohini area will be upgraded with an estimated cost of Rs 9.83 crore. The combined length of roads is 5.67 km.

Following allegations of financial bunglings, CAG and CVC are examining the expenditure incurred by Delhi government on CWG projects.

According to official figures, various Delhi government agencies, including the Public Works Department, had spent over Rs 16,000 crore to enhance the city infrastructure ahead of the Games.

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