SRDC to be renamed, ‘irregularities’ under AAP to be probed: CM Rekha Gupta

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta announces SRDC renaming and investigation into AAP-era irregularities in redevelopment projects.

The Delhi government is planning to rename the Shahjahanabad Redevelopment Corporation (SRDC) and order an investigation into “irregularities” in the redevelopment of old Delhi during the tenure of the previous Aam Aadmi Party dispensation, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Friday (March 13, 2026). According to a statement issued by the Chief Minister’s Office, three names will be shortlisted in order of preference before the government takes a final decision.

Chairing the 38th board meeting of the corporation, Ms. Gupta reviewed projects related to heritage conservation and infrastructure development in the Shahjahanabad area, the statement added. It quoted Ms. Gupta as saying that development projects worth about ₹160 crore are under way on 28 roads in old Delhi. These include road repairs, beautification of public spaces, improved sanitation arrangements, better maintenance of public toilets and large-scale cleanliness drives.

During the meeting, the board also reviewed SRDC’s functioning under the previous government. Ms. Gupta said a project, which was launched in 2018 with an estimated cost of ₹65 crore, escalated to nearly ₹148 crore, raising questions about approvals and procedures. She said the government will conduct a detailed investigation into the alleged irregularities.