Gurgaon's illegal concrete plants to face sealing, power shutdown: Minister Rao Narbir Singh
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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.
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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.
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