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Time of India
12-07-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Pumps didn't start on time due to snag: What caused flooding in Gurgaon's underpasses
Gurgaon: Days ater waterlogging at Atul Kataria Chowk underpass, it was revealed that a damaged electrical jumper caused pumps to fail. The 642-metre underpass flooded due to a delay in switching to the backup diesel generator. The PWD-installed system includes two 22-horsepower motors powered by DHBVN. "The electrical jumper got damaged during Wednesday night's rain, causing the main power supply to fail. Initially, efforts were made to restore the connection, but when that didn't work, the on-ground staff switched to power backup," the senior official of PWD said. You Can Also Check: Gurgaon AQI | Weather in Gurgaon | Bank Holidays in Gurgaon | Public Holidays in Gurgaon Officials also noted that the absence of a protective canopy allowed water from Maharana Pratap Chowk and Sheetla Mata Mandir to flow directly into the underpass. The PWD has now planned corrective measures to avoid recurrence. A Rs 3.5 crore project has been awarded for installing a canopy on the ramp areas of the underpass to prevent direct rainwater inflow. "The provision of a canopy was not originally made. However, we have received the direction from the govt to install the canopy at the underpass. GMDA has deposited the amount, and work will start soon. The canopy will help prevent the underpass from surface runoff during future rains," the official added. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Why seniors are rushing to get this Internet box – here's why! Techno Mag Learn More Undo Every year, GMDA, along with other civic agencies including PWD and NHAI, conducts pre-monsoon checks to assess the readiness of dewatering systems, drainage networks, and backup power systems across the city. In May this year, GMDA flagged the issue of non-functional pumping machinery at the underpass near Medanta Hospital, Rajiv Chowk, and sector 84-36B and asked the NHAI to rectify it. Yet, the on-ground situation shows little improvement. Even on Saturday, the underpass near Medanta Hospital was seen waterlogged with ankle-deep water. However, the NHAI officials, who maintained this underpass, said the waterlogging was cleared by Friday evening."However, water re-entered the underpass through the expansion joints from the side drain during the night. Currently, there is no waterlogging at the Medanta underpass. The team is doing the maintenance work and cleaning debris from the pumps," the NHAI official said.
Hindustan Times
09-07-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Gurugram power infra to be upgraded to 9K mW by 2034-35 to meet demand
The Haryana power department has laid out a plan to scale Gurugram's power supply infrastructure capacity to 9,000 megawatts (MW) from the current 6,000 MW over the next decade to meet future energy demands arising from rapid urbanisation and upcoming mega projects, officials said. A senior DHBVN official said power demand in Gurugram is currently growing at 6–7% annually (Parveen Kumar/HT Photo) The decision was made during a joint meeting on Monday between senior officials of the Dakshin Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam (DHBVN), responsible for power distribution, and Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (HVPNL), which handles transmission. The state-funded upgrades will be phased, with the target set for completion by financial year 2034-35, officials said, adding that the estimated cost of the project is being ironed out. 'To meet future demand, the city will require at least 70 new substations of 33kV, 66kV and 220kV, along with new feeder lines across Gurugram,' officials said. Currently, Gurugram consumes a maximum of 3300 MW, despite an installed capacity of 6000 MW. 'But with ongoing and upcoming residential, industrial and commercial developments, demand will rise sharply,' ,' said Ashok Kumar Garg, managing director of DHBVN, on whose directions the meeting was held. Garg cited large-scale projects like Global City and the Gurugram Metro Rail as key drivers. The first phase of Global City, a ₹940 crore project on 1,000 acres, began last year and is expected to finish in 10 years. The ₹5,500 crore metro extension is targeted for completion by 2029-30. DHBVN chief engineer (operations, Delhi zone) VK Aggarwal said the upgrade will eliminate outages and voltage fluctuations. 'Power supply across all consumer categories will become seamless. In the event of a disruption, supply can be quickly restored from alternate points through the interconnected ring-main system. It will also ease overloading in high-demand areas,' he added. A senior DHBVN official said power demand in Gurugram is currently growing at 6–7% annually. 'Factoring in future developments, this rate is expected to increase. There's a need for at least 55 to 60 new 33kV substations, but only a handful exist now.' To address this, Vipin Gupta, DHBVN director (operations), said officials have been directed to upgrade aging substations in Sectors 1 to 57 by adding new transformers and to identify land in developing areas for new substations. 'Early acquisition will save time and reduce costs compared to purchasing land five to ten years later,' he said. HVPNL officials said six 220kV substations have been built in Sectors 65, 69, 72, 85, 95, and 107 in the last 18 months. Another in Sector 99 is expected to be operational by year-end. Proposals for seven new 220kV substations in Sectors 61, 62, 67, 75A, 78, 102, and 110 are under consideration. HVPNL is also exploring alternate locations in case of land issues. Currently, Gurugram and Manesar have 51 HVPNL-controlled substations, including 16 of 220kV and 33 of 66kV. One 400kV substation is government-run, while three more (in Sector 72, Sohna Road, and Kadarpur) are operated by private or central agencies. DHBVN runs seven 33kV substations independently.
Hindustan Times
02-07-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Sealed, illegal RMC plants functioning in Gurugram: Minister
Jul 02, 2025 07:46 AM IST Several ready-mix concrete (RMC) plants in Gurugram continue to operate illegally despite being sealed, Haryana's industry and commerce minister Rao Narbir Singh said on Tuesday, directing the Haryana State Pollution Control Board (HSPCB) and the Dakshin Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam (DHBVN) to take immediate joint action. Singh had previously instructed the HSPCB to take action against illegal RMC plants under relevant environmental rules. (HT File) Singh, who also holds the environment, forest and wildlife portfolio, criticised the ongoing operations during a departmental review meeting in Gurugram. 'It has come to notice that despite departmental action, some RMC plants are operating even after being sealed,' he said. He added that the state government's commitment to transparent governance and public welfare. Singh had previously instructed the HSPCB to take action against illegal RMC plants under relevant environmental rules. To prevent recurrence, Singh directed DHBVN officials to cut off power supply to RMC units immediately upon their sealing by the pollution control board. 'This will send a strong message to those violating rules,' the minister added. During the meeting, Singh also ordered DHBVN to remove all hanging wires along major roads to prevent accidents, especially during the monsoon. 'These wires increase the possibility of accidents,' he said. The Haryana cabinet minister further instructed that electric poles obstructing roads or located within residential and rural areas be shifted according to regulations. Dilapidated and unsafe electric wires in agricultural fields must be replaced in a phased manner, he added. Singh urged regular monitoring of all departmental works and adherence to deadlines and standards. 'Strict action will be taken if any negligence or laxity is found,' he warned.
Time of India
01-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Gurgaon's illegal concrete plants to face sealing, power shutdown: Minister Rao Narbir Singh
Gurgaon: Illegal ready-mix concrete (RMC) plants in the city will face action from the discom and the pollution board, said industry and commerce minister Rao Narbir Singh on Tuesday, asking the pollution control board to seal illegal RMC plants, and the electricity department to immediately cut off their power supplies. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now This came after it was found that the RMC plants were operating even after being sealed. While speaking at a review meeting held with officials of the DHBVN and pollution control board on Tuesday regarding departmental works in the district, action on illegal activities, and strengthening of infrastructure, Singh said, "Whenever the pollution control board seals any illegal RMC plant, the electricity department should cut its power connection with immediate effect so that a strong message is sent to those who violate the rules." Singh directed the pollution board and DHBVN officials to jointly take action against such illegal RMCs. Besides, the discom was directed to fix hanging wires on all major roads in the city to maintain smooth traffic flow. "These wires pose an increased risk of accidents during the rainy season, and thus, such areas should be identified and addressed on a priority basis," said Singh. Additionally, he instructed the officials that electric poles located in the middle of roads or within residential areas in rural regions be relocated according to regulations. Singh also acknowledged the issues faced by farmers and workers in rural fields and instructed that old and dilapidated wires should be replaced systematically. He stated that after the harvest, immediate repairs should be conducted in areas where wires are hanging low to prevent accidents. Rao stressed the importance of regular monitoring of departmental work to ensure all tasks are completed according to set standards and timelines. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He warned departmental officials that any negligence or laxity at any level would result in accountability and strict action. GMDA issued notices to four ready-mix concrete (RMC) plants in the city in March for causing dust pollution. The plants, located on the dividing road of Sectors 112/114 and Sectors 78/79A, were accused of taking illegal access from sector dividing roads, damaging the roads, and spilling slurry, leading to dust pollution.
The Hindu
25-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Industry bodies seek rollback of Haryana power tariff hike
The clamour in Haryana over the hike in electricity tariff effected in April is growing, with several industry associations now claiming that the charges, significantly higher compared to neighbouring States, could force manufacturing units to eventually migrate. NCR Chamber of Commerce and Industry president H.P. Yadav told The Hindu that the repeated demands and representations by industry bodies across the State seeking a rollback had not evoked any response from the government so far. 'Unlike earlier, government officials and even political leaders seem to have become indifferent to the problems of the industry. For long, industrialists have been raising this issue, but there are no efforts to address it. With the competition among States growing to attract investment, the hike could put Haryana at a disadvantage and force the industrial units to gradually shift elsewhere,' he said, partially blaming the decision on the trend of announcing 'freebies' during elections. The Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission had announced an increase of 30 paise per unit for the industrial and commercial category consumers and hiked the fixed charges per kVA from ₹165 to ₹290 in April this year. The Bahadurgarh Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI), representing 8,500-odd industrial units, in a letter to Power Minister Anil Vij last week, said that the increase in fixed charges had increased the financial burden on small and medium industries. 'For example, a unit with a 100 kVA load is now paying ₹15,500 more per month, while the impact on medium-scale units is going to be more than ₹40,000 per month,' read the letter, claiming that the industry in the State would incur an annual burden of ₹2,100 crore due to the hike. The letter stated that Delhi and Rajasthan, with much lower per kVA charges of ₹125 and ₹160 respectively, appeared attractive investment options. It also enumerated several challenges facing the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises such as increase in raw material prices, global competition and sluggish demand. Profits and losses Manesar Industries Welfare Association general secretary, Vikash Gupta said the body also wrote to Chief Minister Nayab Saini a month ago, but there had been no response. The letter had questioned the rationale behind the increase in tariff, arguing that both power distribution companies – Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam and Dakshin Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam (DHBVN) – in the State had declared a profit of ₹800 crore in March 2021, but in their Annual Revenue Reports this year they have together claimed a loss of around ₹4,800 crore over the past four years. It demanded that the reasons behind the losses should be made public. DHBVN spokesperson Sanjay Chugh said technical and commercial reasons, such as line resistance, power theft, and non-payment of bills, were some of the reasons for the losses. He, however, added that the power tariff hike was announced after a due process involving public hearing and consultation of stakeholders and there was no proposal, as of now, to reconsider it.
