The Delhi government on Friday said it has transferred ₹415 crore for the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) project, four days ahead of the Supreme Court-mandated deadline of November 28.
“Today, on November 24, payment of ₹415 crore has been made to NCRTC by the transport department,” a statement from Delhi transport minister Ashok Gahlot’s office said.
Later, Delhi transport commissioner Ashish Kundra also confirmed that the funds have been released. “We released the entire amount on Friday as per the Court’s orders”, said transport secretary cum commissioner, said Kundra.