Delhi Set for Vertical Boom: High-Rises to Link Directly with Metro Stations
Delhi is on the verge of a significant urban transformation with a new government policy that proposes high-rise residential towers directly linked to metro stations using elevated walkways. This initiative, announced by Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar during the NDTV Real Estate Conclave 2025, aims to reduce dependency on road traffic and make commuting more efficient. With seamless access to public transport from homes, residents will be able to bypass surface congestion, marking a modern shift in the city’s housing infrastructure.
The upcoming policy is aligned with the concept of Transit-Oriented Development (TOD), which promotes high-density housing near mass transit systems. As land availability shrinks and population grows, vertical development is being seen as the only viable option. While cities like Gurugram and Faridabad have already approved similar projects, Delhi is expected to follow suit once regulatory clarity is established. Khattar highlighted that vertical expansion will be essential to address the capital's housing and transport challenges.
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Currently, Delhi’s Master Plan 2021 restricts vertical housing, permitting only low-rise buildings without lifts on most residential plots. However, the forthcoming Master Plan 2041 by the Delhi Development Authority is set to revise these norms. It will introduce flexible land use policies, including higher floor-area ratios and increased ground coverage for designated zones. This change is expected to pave the way for widespread construction of metro-connected high-rises, especially along transit corridors, giving Delhi a much-needed push toward modern urban planning.
