Prayagraj: The Prayagraj Development Authority (PDA) is set to transform Mahatma Gandhi Marg and Sardar Patel Marg in Civil Lines with a combined investment of around Rs 9.11 crore. Separate tenders have been issued for the redevelopment, beautification and installation of modern facilities along the two roads.A project worth Rs 5.01 crore has been prepared for Sardar Patel Marg under which footpaths made of red sandstone and granite, 80-mm interlocking paver blocks and stamped concrete pathways will be made. Decorative cast-iron railings and steel bollards will be installed and a special 1,200-mm pillar bearing the PDA logo will also be erected.To improve visibility and road safety at night, solar LED road studs, reflective cat’s eyes and signage will be installed. The existing road surface will be replaced with new bituminous and cement-concrete layers. Underground pipelines and reinforced cement concrete drain covers will also be provided to improve drainage along the road.For Mahatma Gandhi Marg, the PDA has floated a tender of around Rs 3.68 crore for civil works, besides a separate tender worth Rs 41.53 lakh for lighting. The work will include removal of old footpaths, paver blocks and damaged structures, followed by construction of new facilities. Kerb stones, concrete and plaster work will also be undertaken as part of the redevelopment.The PDA has fixed a 90-day deadline for both projects. PDA vice-chairman Rishiraj said the plan was not limited to improving the appearance of Civil Lines but aimed at giving the two major roads a distinctive and attractive look.He said people travelling on the two roads would experience a noticeable change after the redevelopment. The authority is preparing to start work on both the stretches soon.