Gurugram: With the monsoon season approaching, the Municipal Corporation Gurugram (MCG) has intensified efforts to address sewerage and waterlogging issues across the city. A high-level review meeting chaired by MCG Commissioner Pradeep Dahiya focused on expediting ongoing works and ensuring timely completion of critical projects.
During the meeting of the Sewerage Management Cell (SMC) and Monsoon Management Cell (MMC), officials reviewed progress at 40 identified critical locations. Out of these, 12 high-priority points have been marked for immediate attention, with strict directions issued to speed up pending work.
The review highlighted delays in sewer line installation, drainage improvement, and desilting operations in several areas, including Sector-10, Basai, Naharpur Rupa, Indira Colony, and Tigra. The Commissioner directed concerned officials and agencies to prioritize and complete all pending works at the earliest.
Additionally, Joint Commissioners have been instructed to conduct field inspections of 22 already completed SMC points and submit detailed reports with photographic evidence.
Emphasizing preparedness before the onset of rains, Dahiya instructed officials to ensure:
Regular field visits and close monitoring, CCTV inspection of sewer lines, use of super sucker machines for cleaning and maintenance, timely desilting of drains
He also called for a review of desilting works worth up to Rs 25 lakh to ensure quality and effectiveness.
The meeting stressed better coordination among agencies to resolve persistent issues. Concerns related to NHAI stretches, particularly between Umang Bhardwaj Chowk and Hero Honda Chowk, will be taken up with the Project Director in upcoming discussions.
GMDA officials were directed to ensure proper cleaning and desilting of gully traps, culverts, and channels, especially where they connect with MCG drains and sewer lines.
Highlighting safety concerns, the Commissioner raised the issue of electrical hazards in waterlogging-prone zones. Officials were asked to explore shifting electric boxes to a height of 8–10 feet on poles to prevent accidents during heavy rains.
Reiterating the administration’s commitment, Pradeep Dahiya stated that resolving sewerage and waterlogging issues is a top priority for the civic body. He directed all departments to complete ongoing works within the stipulated timeline while maintaining quality standards, ensuring residents do not face inconvenience during the monsoon.