Gandhi Nagar market to soon be transformed into grand garment hub

The Delhi government on Wednesday announced its plans to develop the Gandhi Nagar market as a “grand garment hub” for economic growth and job creation.

Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal conducted a review meeting to assess the progress of the plan with Industries Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj and other senior officials of the department in attendance.

The redevelopment of Gandhi Nagar market will be executed in two phases to safeguard ongoing economic activity, government officials said.

“The Kejriwal Government is committed to transforming Gandhi Nagar into a prestigious ‘grand Garment Hub’. This ambitious project, aimed at boosting the economy and generating employment opportunities, is being developed in a phased manner,” the government said in a statement.

Gandhi Nagar holds a global reputation as a leading ready-made garment market, giving Delhi a distinctive identity, the statement said.

“The redevelopment of Gandhi Nagar will serve as a pivotal milestone in elevating Delhi’s economy and creating thousands of new jobs. This redevelopment endeavour not only aims to revitalise Gandhi Nagar but also to enhance business prospects for merchants and provide an exceptional shopping experience for the people,” it said.

During the first phase of the redevelopment, the immediate and pressing concerns faced by local traders will be addressed, the government said.

Provision of essential public facilities, including drinking water and other amenities, installation of a comprehensive CCTV camera network and security monitoring system will be carried out in the first phase.

Redesigning of street lighting and street furniture, and the implementation of a visual information system will also be carried out. In the second phase, the government will focus on urban redesigning and architectural enhancements of the market, the statement said.