Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday inaugurated a newly constructed public toilet block at Labour Chowk in Singalpur village, Shalimar Bagh, in a move aimed at strengthening basic civic amenities for residents, workers and daily commuters in the area.
To expand the initiative, the government has proposed 10 additional Arpan Centres, which are scheduled to open in January 2027. The proposed locations include Model Town, INA, IP Extension, Paschim Vihar West, Rajendra Place, Janakpuri West, Rajouri Garden, Greater Kailash, Dwarka Sector 10 and Chhatarpur Metro stations. Around 4,266 kg of the material collected at the centres had been earmarked for reuse or upcycling, while 29,424 kg was sent for recycling as of August 31, according to the government.
The government said coordinated efforts by various departments are being undertaken to improve basic amenities in different neighbourhoods and enhance the quality of life for residents. The Delhi Government said its broader focus is on ensuring that civic amenities keep pace with the requirements of a rapidly growing city. The inauguration comes as the Delhi Government continues to focus on improving civic infrastructure and expanding access to clean and modern public facilities across the capital. The inclusion of facilities for Divyangjan is also aimed at making public infrastructure more accessible to people with disabilities. Alongside the expansion of basic civic amenities, the Delhi Government is also working on initiatives aimed at improving waste management and encouraging the reuse of household material.
She also encouraged Delhi residents to participate in the initiative, saying wider public participation could help expand the system and ensure the maximum utilisation of old clothes. The two initiatives — improved public sanitation facilities and the expansion of Arpan Centres — form part of the Delhi Government’s stated effort to strengthen civic infrastructure while promoting cleaner and more sustainable urban practices across the capital.
