Istana Park expansion, pedestrianisation of Orchard Road stretch to be completed from 2025

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The Dhoby Ghaut area is set for a facelift that will be completed progressively from 2025, giving visitors more recreational options and a car-free environment to roam around. A 500m stretch of Orchard Road between Buyong and Handy roads will be pedestrianised, while the...

The agencies said they will review the longer-term plans for the plots affected by the park revamp works and road diversion, adding that the pedestrianised stretch of Orchard Road will allow the expanded park to be better integrated with the Istana entrance and the commercial establishments in the area.

Noting that Dhoby Ghaut MRT station serves three lines, she added that there is potential for footfall to the area to increase and also for people to remain in the area longer, if the pedestrianised spaces are designed for ease of walking among the area's developments. National University of Singapore transport infrastructure expert Raymond Ong said a study will have to be conducted to assess if an expansion of Penang Road is needed.

 

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