Delhi to Undergo Major Restructuring as Revenue Districts Rise to 13

Delhi is preparing for a major administrative restructuring as the government moves to increase the number of revenue districts from 11 to 13. The proposal, already approved in principle by the Delhi Cabinet, aims to streamline governance and improve access to public services for residents across the capital.

Administrative Expansion for Public Convenience

The plan includes raising the number of subdivisions from 33 to 39, ensuring that more SDM offices are available closer to residential areas. The restructuring seeks to reduce the need for long-distance travel for routine government work and improve the efficiency of administrative processes.

Cabinet Approval and Implementation Path

Following the Cabinet’s clearance, the proposal will be sent to the Lieutenant Governor for final approval. Once the LG signs off, the changes will be implemented across Delhi. Each district will also receive a mini-secretariat offering most departmental services, excluding law and order, to make governance more accessible and coordinated.

New District Map and Revised Zones

The new districts are being carved out using the existing 11 municipal zones as the reference point. Under this reorganisation, Sadar zone will form part of Old Delhi district, while East Delhi and North-East Delhi will be renamed Shahdara South and Shahdara North. A major segment of South-West Delhi will become the Najafgarh district.

Exam Oriented Facts

• Delhi’s revenue districts will increase from 11 to 13 under the restructuring plan.
• Subdivisions (SDM offices) will expand from 33 to 39 for easier public access.
• Each district will get a mini-secretariat offering major government services.
• The restructuring aims to reduce travel, improve accountability and enhance administrative efficiency.

Benefits Expected for Delhi Residents

The expansion is intended to bring government services closer to citizens, easing crowds at offices and speeding up file processing. With better distribution of administrative workload and increased transparency, residents are expected to experience quicker turnaround times and improved governance. Experts note that this change aligns with Delhi’s growing population and the increasing demand for decentralised, responsive administration.