Drain damaged, NHAI warns of waterlogging at Gurgaon's CD Chowk
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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.
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