Gurugram civic bodies join hands to tackle waterlogging

Gurugram, July 4

Realising the problems faced by people in just two spells of monsoon downpour, the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) and the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) have decided to join hands to resolve issues related to drainage management, sewerage system and drinking water supply in the city.

The arrival of monsoon rains in Gurugram, a city once projected as a symbol of modern India, brings with it problems of waterlogging, exposing the poor drainage system — a perennial problem that has plagued the city for years. Images of submerged cars, flooded homes and people wading through chest-deep waters are stark reminders of the city’s inadequate drainage infrastructure.

Commissioner of MCG, Dr Narhari Singh Banger, presided over a meeting held in his office late on Wednesday night to review the drainage arrangements, with officers and engineers of GMDA and MCG present.

Dr Banger said if any other department needs manpower, machinery and other resources to manage drainage during the rainy season, it would be made available immediately. He emphasised that executive engineers should keep pumps, machinery and manpower in reserve at the nearest boosting stations. He also instructed assistant engineers and junior engineer-level officers to maintain a strong presence in the field. Additionally, he advised keeping extra sewer lids with the team to replace broken ones immediately.

During the meeting, GMDA officials reported that all master drainage and sewer lines under their jurisdiction have been cleaned, and surface drains are cleaned regularly. MCG officials informed that drain construction work is progressing rapidly on the old Delhi road and Basai-Gadhi road. The Commissioner urged them to arrange more manpower and machinery to ensure swift completion of the work.

MCG officials claimed to have sufficient manpower and machinery for quick drainage of water from all waterlogged areas, including 62 suction tankers, 61 tractor-mounted pumps, 25 diesel engines and adequate personnel.

Dr Banger mentioned that 24-hour helpline numbers are operational to ensure prompt resolution of complaints, including those related to waterlogging during the monsoon. Citizens can contact the helpline numbers 7290076135 and 7290088127 for assistance.