Tuesday, October 14, 2008

Infrastructure renovation for Commonwealth Games in Delhi


Delhi govt. is introducing plenty of measures to look into the problem of accommodation in Delhi for Commonwealth games that is staring it into the eye, by making a number of changes to the Delhi skyline.


A new state-of-the-art Games Village is being built by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) with a focus on maximising athlete comfort. The village will be developed along the east bank of the River Yamuna. The site is off the National Highway 24 adjacent to the Akshardham temple at the Noida intersection.

Exceeding CGF requirements, the Village will translate traditional Indian hospitality into standards of comfort & excellence never seen before by participating teams. To be created at a cost of USD 230.7 million (including Residential Zone), the Games Village will be spread over an area of 63.5 hectare (158.4 acre).

Within its immediate vicinity exist internationally known monuments and landmarks like the Bahai Temple, Humayun’s Tomb, Akshardham Temple etc. Surrounded with a dense green natural cover, the Village will provide a relaxing and soothing environment for the athletes and officials.

Delhi govt. is also planning to increase the number of Bed and Breakfast Delhi, India - so as to provide a short term fix to the tourist influx that is expected to occur in 2010.

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