No lights and no lifts: These 7 foot overbridges in Delhi are up for revamp

The Delhi Public Works Department (PWD) has taken up repairing and electrical work on seven foot overbridges (FOBs) after receiving complaints from the people over non-functional lifts and dilapidated conditions which force pedestrians to take risks by crossing busy roads.

“We received several complaints from the public over non-functional lifts, poor conditions and lack of working lights. Theft is a major problem in these FOBs because most parts in lifts and electrical items like aluminium wires, light fittings, holders and others are stolen. Even if a wire is cut or a minor part is broken, the entire lift or light goes off,” said a PWD official.