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from the elements were also erected.<br />

Road Improvements<br />

Delhi’s road network also received a major overhaul.<br />

Some of the projects undertaken include:<br />

• Road construction<br />

• Road widening<br />

• Road strengthening and resurfacing<br />

• New flyovers and elevated roads aimed at making major<br />

roads ‘signal-free’ and slashing commute times<br />

• New road signage<br />

• Construction of new road linkages that improve intra-city<br />

connectivity<br />

• New cycle tracks were developed<br />

Pedestrian Facilities<br />

Pedestrians’ safety was also taken care of:<br />

• Construction of road overbridges and pedestrian<br />

subways<br />

• Sidewalk improvements<br />

• Introduction of tactile tiles to aid the visually challenged<br />

City Clean-up<br />

Public hygiene and aesthetics are yet another important<br />

factor for any urban area. Thanks to Delhi 2010, the city<br />

was given a make-over that has changed its aura. Projects<br />

include:<br />

• Immaculately maintained public toilets were erected across<br />

Delhi, with new trash receptacles too helping citizens keep<br />

their city clean<br />

• ‘Streetscaping’ is now making Delhi not just clean, but also<br />

aesthetically pleasing.<br />

• Existing parks were spruced up ahead of the <strong>Games</strong>, with<br />

new parks developed in several localities<br />

• Restoration of Gole Market<br />

• Restoration of Connaught Place<br />

<strong>POST</strong> <strong>GAMES</strong> <strong>REPORT</strong> DELHI 2010 163

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