NBCC to Redevelop DDA Staff Quarters in Delhi Under Rs 775 Crore Plan

• Rs 775 crore redevelopment across two prime Delhi colonies

• 1.66 lakh sq m built-up area planned under modern master plan

• Project to follow self-financing model through partial commercial sale

NBCC (India) Ltd has taken up a major urban redevelopment project in the national capital, signing agreements to modernise staff quarters of the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). The total estimated project cost stands at nearly Rs 775 crore.

The redevelopment will cover two key residential colonies — Old Rajinder Nagar and Safdarjung Development Area — both located in central parts of Delhi.

Currently, the two colonies house 117 dwelling units in Old Rajinder Nagar and 152 units in Safdarjung Development Area, primarily used as DDA staff quarters. The new plan envisions a comprehensive transformation with modern housing infrastructure spread over a total built-up area of approximately 1.66 lakh square metres.

NBCC will function as the Project Management Consultant (PMC) and implementing agency, managing the entire lifecycle of the project — from conceptualisation and master planning to final commissioning.

The scope of work includes:

• Preparation of a Detailed Project Report (DPR) with financial viability models

• Architectural and engineering design

• Securing statutory approvals as per MPD-2021 and CPWD norms

• Tendering and EPC-based construction

• Third-party quality audits and final handover

A key feature of this project is its self-financing structure. According to NBCC, a portion of the newly developed built-up area will be sold through a transparent mechanism. The revenue generated will be used to fund the redevelopment, while the remaining housing units will be handed over to DDA for staff accommodation.

This approach aims to ensure minimal financial burden on public funds while optimising land use in high-value urban zones.

The MoUs were signed in the presence of N Saravana Kumar, Vice Chairman of DDA, and K P Mahadevaswamy, Chairman and Managing Director of NBCC.

DDA officials expressed confidence that the redevelopment will introduce world-class architecture and modern amenities in these established neighbourhoods. NBCC leadership described the agreement as a significant step towards sustainable urban renewal and better utilisation of valuable land assets in Delhi.

Urban redevelopment projects like this are becoming increasingly important in Delhi, where land availability is limited and ageing infrastructure requires systematic upgrading. By combining housing modernisation with a revenue-generating model, the initiative may serve as a blueprint for similar public-sector redevelopment projects across the country.

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