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Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Drain network soon in sectors along Southern Peripheral Road, Dwarka eway to avert flooding
Gurgaon: A comprehensive stormwater drainage system is finally in the works for new sectors along Southern Peripheral Road (SPR) and Dwarka Expressway, with GMDA aiming to complete the project by 2026. The absence of a proper drainage network has long plagued these new sectors, where residents frequently complain of severe waterlogging during monsoon spells. With roads severely waterlogged, commuting becomes a challenge, and property damage, especially in low-rise housing societies, is common. According to GMDA, the work on the construction of drains between sectors 68 and 75 and sector 112 and 115 is progressing at a steady pace and is expected to be ready by next year in Aug and May, respectively. Both projects received govt approval in July last year, and construction started in May this year after the designs were approved by IIT. "Laying a robust stormwater drainage system in these sectors will not only resolve long-standing waterlogging problems but also support the planned urban infrastructure expansion. It will also improve the quality of life for residents," a GMDA official said. You Can Also Check: Gurgaon AQI | Weather in Gurgaon | Bank Holidays in Gurgaon | Public Holidays in Gurgaon In sectors 68 to 75 — located along SPR and witnessing a surge in residential and commercial development — GMDA is laying a 17.63 km network of drains. The stormwater collected here will discharge into the under-construction master drain along SPR from Vatika Chowk to NH-48 and ultimately merge with the Badshapur drain (Leg III). The Rs 51 crore project, which includes sectors 68, 69, 70, 70A, 71, 72, 73, 74, 75, and 75A, is scheduled for completion by Aug 2026. Similarly, sectors 112 to 115, located along the Dwarka Expressway, will have a 7.59km drainage network. This will be connected to the existing Leg-I drain. A dedicated pumping station is also being constructed in Sector 115 to prevent backflow during heavy monsoon spells. The Rs 32.8 crore project is slated to be completed by May 2026. To relieve pressure on the Badshapur drain, GMDA is simultaneously constructing a 5 km stretch of stormwater drain from Vatika Chowk to NH-48. Once operational, it will function as Leg-IV, an additional outfall channel for the city's stormwater, particularly during high rainfall events. Currently, Gurgaon's stormwater system comprises three major outfall routes, including Leg-I, which carries water from Sikanderpur via Palam Vihar to Najafgarh drain. Leg-II carries rainwater from Sector 42 via HUDA City Centre to Najafgarh, and Leg-III (Badshahpur drain) channels runoff from Ghata village via Hero Honda Chowk and Sector 99 to Najafgarh. The addition of Leg-IV is expected to significantly reduce the load on Leg-III, which currently handles runoff from some of the most densely populated sectors.
The Print
6 days ago
- General
- The Print
Complete all development works in Gurugram within deadline: DS Dhesi to officials
Dhesi directed Gurgaon Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) to issue tenders by August 15 after completing the formalities related to the projects of construction of flyovers at Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar Chowk in Sector 45-46-51-52 and Dadi Sati Chowk in 85-86-89-90. Principal Advisor (Urban Development) D S Dhesi directed all the departments to work in coordination to complete the projects related to the development of Gurugram within the stipulated time, he added. Gurugram, Jul 23 (PTI) The second District Coordination Meeting was held in the conference hall of the Mini Secretariat, Gurugram, on Wednesday to review the development works in Gurugram district, according to an official statement. While reviewing the measures related to flood control, he said that the necessary process should be completed for the Rs 45 crore project related to construction of Leg-I Master Storm Water Drain (2.8 km) from Old Delhi Road to Rejangla Chowk in view of the proposed Metro line. Tenders should be issued within a month for the work of Construction of Leg-II master storm water drain from Ashok Vihar to Railway Culvert worth Rs 25 crore, he added. As per the statement, Dhesi also inquired about the progress of shifting the toll plaza from Khedki Daula. He was told by NHAI officials that the process is underway, it added. He also inquired about the progress of work related to disposal of legacy waste at Bandhwari site. Municipal Corporation Commissioner Pradeep Dahiya said that there is 14 MT legacy waste at this centre, for the disposal of which two tenders of five MT each and one tender of four MT will be issued. On matters related to flood management measures during monsoon season, Dhesi directed the concerned agencies to do the necessary work to prevent the recurrence of the problem of waterlogging during the rainy season. To deal with the problem of waterlogging in Narsinghpur Service Lane, he cited that the temporary kachcha drain built by GMDA was successful in curbing prolonged waterlogging on this stretch and asserted that the work of construction of permanent drain should be completed before the next season. AMJ AMJ This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Time of India
22-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
Residents seek a service road along Dwarka eway in Gurgaon
Gurgaon: RWA representatives from sectors along Dwarka Expressway submitted a memorandum to GMDA's CEO and demanded service roads from sectors 99A to 115. In a meeting on Tuesday with SK Chahal, advisor (admin) to the GMDA, and Arun Dhankar, chief engineer of the infrastructure division-1, the residents emphasised the need for better connectivity with internal roads and proper pedestrian infrastructure, noting that their demand for additional traffic signals had been ruled out. The incomplete road patch near Suncity and Max Heritage societies was also discussed. Residents said that the lack of service roads on both sides of the 75-metre-wide stretch made commuting increasingly unsafe. With no designated access lanes, motorists were often forced to drive on the wrong side, leading to frequent near-misses and fatal accidents. Pedestrians, too, they pointed out, were left with no option but to walk dangerously close to speeding traffic in the absence of footpaths. You Can Also Check: Gurgaon AQI | Weather in Gurgaon | Bank Holidays in Gurgaon | Public Holidays in Gurgaon The RWAs said their demand for additional traffic signals on the 75-metre road was turned down, with officials citing traffic planning norms. Residents said that in the absence of any signalised junctions or designated entry points, access to sector roads and internal streets remained restricted and hazardous. Another major concern flagged was the deteriorating condition of the Raghopur Road, one of the key connectivity links that remain in limbo due to jurisdictional complexities between Delhi and Haryana. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Meanwhile, a GMDA official said several of the issues raised by residents are already under review. "Some of the demands that fall within our jurisdiction will be examined. Site inspections will be carried out wherever necessary, and action will be taken accordingly," the official added.
Time of India
22-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
GMDA must meet at least once a month, not once or twice a year, says Rao Inderjit Singh
Gurgaon: GMDA was established to emulate the Noida Authority model as a centralised body that would steer the city's development, Union minister and Gurgaon MP Rao Inderjit Singh said at TOI's #WeMakeGurgaon Townhall on Saturday. "Despite the intention of creating a one-window powerhouse, the existence of both the municipal corporation and GMDA, according to Singh, resulted in a lack of clarity regarding their respective areas of influence and administration. Conceived as a Noida Authority-like body, GMDA doesn't function as one. Formed in 2018, the development authority is now seven years old, so there's been enough time to steer it in the direction of its purpose. But the state govt has not quite been able to take it there. One of the main criticisms of GMDA is that its execution is slow and its contributions to the city's infrastructure improvements not very apparent. You Can Also Check: Gurgaon AQI | Weather in Gurgaon | Bank Holidays in Gurgaon | Public Holidays in Gurgaon Singh said when GMDA was formed, its CEO was allowed to sanction only projects up to Rs 50 lakh. Only recently, it was enhanced to Rs 2.5 crore. "The power of the MCG house (to sanction projects) was earlier Rs 2 crore only and now it has become Rs 10 crore. If you have a project which is over Rs 10 crore, it has to go to the minister, and if it is over Rs 25 crore, to the high-powered purchase committee sitting in Chandigarh. Now, this is a remote-controlled administrative setup with which I am not really very happy," said Singh, referring to the slowness of project execution in Gurgaon. In Noida, he added, Noida Authority operates through a single-window system. But Gurgaon is hobbled by multiple agencies, creating a complex administrative structure. Noida manages licences for residential colonies and plotted areas, while in Gurgaon, developers independently acquire land from farmers, aggregate it and then seek licences from the town and country planning department, said the minister, pointing out structural flaws in Gurgaon's governance. "Persistent flooding in Gurgaon stems from developers incorporating perennial waterways into their projects and constructing buildings upon them. With these natural water channels obstructed, water seeks alternative paths, resulting in widespread flooding throughout the city," he said. "Steps are being taken to establish a unified authority for issuing licences. There are concerns that the next developing city might face similar challenges as Gurgaon. It is crucial to avoid replicating the mistakes made in Gurgaon's development process in future urban expansion projects," he added. Singh also pointed out that GMDA has a meeting once a year or perhaps twice a year, which is not enough. "I mean, Gurgaon is generating so many problems every day. This is something that I'm trying to ask the chief minister to do. The GMDA meeting should not be held six-monthly. It should at least be held once a month. Even if the chief minister, who is the head of GMDA, cannot come, at least the officers should all convene once a month here in Gurgaon," said Singh.
Time of India
21-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
Drain damaged, NHAI warns of waterlogging at Gurgaon's CD Chowk
Gurgaon: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has raised concerns over GMDA's construction of a foot overbridge near CD Chowk. The authority said uncoordinated construction activities had damaged 30 metres of existing infrastructure, including an RCC drain, pedestrian railing, and footpath. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now With the site remaining unattended and lacking safety measures, NHAI has highlighted the risk of water infiltration into the damaged drain, particularly concerning the forecast of heavy rain. The authority emphasised increased risks of waterlogging and accidents in the area, which experiences heavy footfall during the kanwar yatra. NHAI said that the design of the FOB was to be vetted by IIT before execution, but it remains pending. Despite this, GMDA proceeded and began foundation work. "This is a direct violation of the MoU," the NHAI letter stated, written last week, adding that GMDA also overlooked other conditions related to safeguarding existing infrastructure, ensuring smooth traffic flow, and implementing proper site safety. On July 9, Sohna Road was among the worst-hit areas, with people forced to wade through waist-deep water. A 27-year-old auto rickshaw driver lost his life after falling into an uncovered sewer on a flooded road in Sector 49, which is less than a kilometre away from the construction site.
