Bir Chhat, Chandigarh

MC House has postponed the decision to invite tenders for the operation and management of 89 paid parking lots. While the MC proposed a 30-40% increase in parking rates, the Mayor indicated a preference for smart parking solutions without burdening residents. The House also rejected a significant increase in penalties for encroaching on green belts.

The Zirakpur Ring Road Project, a 16.5 to 19.2 km six-lane expressway, has begun its bidding process. This project aims to divert traffic from NH-7 and NH-5, featuring green belts and service lanes, at estimated cost ₹1,900 crore. Additionally, the Chandigarh Metro Phase 1 is planned for an extension to Zirakpur's Baltana corridor.

A new 100-feet wide road is being planned to connect Chandigarh, Panchkula, and Zirakpur directly to the Mohali airport, bypassing the longer route through Mohali's road network. This project, pending Ministry of Defence approval for land acquisition, is expected to cut travel distances significantly, improving connectivity and convenience for air travelers from the Tricity region.

The Tribune Chowk flyover project in Chandigarh is finally moving forward, with construction expected to begin in April after a seven-year delay. The 1.6-km flyover aims to ease traffic congestion at a busy intersection. The project's cost has increased from ₹137 crore in 2019 to ₹200 crore due to procedural delays.