New Delhi: To tackle congestion and parking shortages, Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has identified five sites across the city for developing multi-level car parking (MLCP) facilities, with a combined capacity of 1,261 vehicles.The proposed MLCPs will come up at Karkardooma, Okhla Industrial Area Phase-I, Dilshad Garden, Dwarka and Saini Enclave. The authority has announced an e-auction for these projects on Friday to expedite execution.“We have identified key areas where the footfall is high and additional parking space is desperately required. The projects are designed to ease on-street parking pressure and enhance traffic flow in densely populated zones,” said officials.The distribution of parking capacity includes 248 spaces at Karkardooma, 362 at Okhla Industrial Area Phase-I, 232 at Dilshad Garden, 134 at Dwarka and 285 at Saini Enclave. The project area spans across 11,048.9 square metres, and all five projects are expected to be completed within three years from the date of award.To ensure financial viability and create vibrant urban spaces, a portion of each development area has been earmarked for commercial use. “The commercial component will allow general commercial activities in accordance with the provisions of MPD-21. A differentiated pricing structure has been adopted for parking and commercial components for prospective bidders,” said officials.The Karkardooma MLCP will complement DDA’s ongoing high-rise development in the area, supporting its transformation into a modern, high-density urban hub with integrated infrastructure. Similarly, the Dwarka MLCP aligns with DDA’s continued efforts to strengthen Dwarka as a well-planned sub-city with robust civic and transport infrastructure, said officials.In Feb this year, DDA-developed state-of-the-art multi-level parking facility was inaugurated at Nehru Place District Centre. The MLCP facility was developed as a six-level structure comprising a basement and five upper floors.With a capacity to provide organised parking for 660 cars, including designated spaces for persons with disabilities and electric vehicles, it can also facilitate parking for over 350 two-wheelers. Further to this, a MLCP will soon be inaugurated in Bhikaji Cama Place, another busy commercial hub in the city, said officials.