600-cr infra grant: Mayor puts the ball in MLA's court
On Tuesday, the mayor, through his representative, delivered a copy of a letter addressed to the CM to the MLA's office. The letter seeks urgent financial assistance for 15 key projects in Mohali, including resolving the garbage crisis, improving drainage, introducing a city bus service, replacing the old asbestos sewage system, and constructing an auditorium.
Sidhu said the municipal corporation is in dire need of funds, with no independent revenue sources.
He alleged that Gmada, which earns billions from land sales in Mohali, fails to provide the necessary share for city development, leaving crucial projects stalled. The mayor recalled that MLA Kulwant Singh had earlier asked for a detailed expenditure plan for the Rs 600 crore grant. "I have now provided him with the details," he said, adding that he obtained a letter from the MLA's office through Bhim Singh, the legislator's official.tnn
Sidhu challenged the MLA to state when he would meet the CM for the release of the grant. "We are ready to go along with him at any time," he said, adding that the residents of the city cannot wait any longer for basic infrastructure improvements.
The proposal, the mayor said, outlines the urgent works required to expedite Mohali's development, with each project prioritised for immediate execution if funds are approved.
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