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Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
NHAI gives nod, footbridge work on Sohna highway can now begin
Gurgaon: Construction of a much-needed foot overbridge (FOB) at CD Chowk on the Sohna highway moved a step closer to reality, as the NHAI granted the long-pending no objection certificate (NOC) for the project. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now However, a similar proposal for Raheja Mall was turned down, citing technical constraints. The NOC for the CD Chowk FOB was pending for months, with the GMDA awaiting clearance before initiating construction. Following a review by an independent engineer and recommendations from the concessionaire, the NHAI found the location to be technically feasible and critical for pedestrian safety. The proposed FOB at CD Chowk is part of a larger plan to enhance pedestrian connectivity along the busy NH-248A corridor, particularly the stretch between Subhash Chowk and Vatika Chowk, which experiences high foot traffic due to nearby malls, office complexes, and residential and commercial establishments. While the CD Chowk project was approved, NHAI deemed the FOB near Raheja Mall unviable, citing "space limitations, high utility shifting costs, and pedestrian safety concerns". "With the NOC in place for CD Chowk, we will soon begin construction. As for Raheja Mall, we will continue to pursue the matter and explore possible solutions, as the area experiences heavy footfall," said a senior GMDA official. These two locations are part of GMDA's broader plan that includes four FOBs across the city, with a total estimated cost of Rs 16 crore. GMDA awarded the contract in Dec last year, and it plans to complete the entire project within 18 months. All the proposed FOBs will be made of stainless steel and equipped with escalators, the official said. Construction work has already begun near the Sector 14 market. However, consensus remains elusive over the proposed FOB near the Sheetla Mata temple. Last Wednesday, a meeting was held between representatives of the Sheetla Mata Mandir Trust, GMDA, and MCG to resolve the issue. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now According to officials, construction near Gate No. 3 of the temple started based on a recommendation from Gurgaon Police. However, the work was halted after objections from the temple trust. Following a site visit by the deputy commissioner on Saturday, GMDA was instructed to relocate the FOB a few metres away from the proposed site. "We will evaluate the alternative site suggested by the administration and assess whether design modifications can address the concerns," a GMDA official said.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
GMDA to put up five key projects for approval at Haryana CM's meet
Gurugram: The Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) will put up five key infrastructure project proposals before a high-powered purchase committee meeting scheduled to be helmed by Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini on Monday, officials, aware of the matter, said. These projects include setting up around 2,300 CCTV cameras in Gurugram, repair work of the Sohna Road sewage drain, desilting the Hero Honda Chowk drain, Basai electricity substation, building cycle tracks on two major roads. GMDA officials said that tenders for these projects have already been opened, and they have received bids, which shall be put before the committee chaired by the CM. According to details shared by the authority, the GMDA will seeks approval for the second phase of CCTV projects in the city under which it plans to install 2,272 cameras at 258 locations in developing sectors and outskirts of the city. These cameras will be used to detect traffic violations, keep an eye on the city and detect speeding violations on national highways. The phase two camera system will be installed at a cost of around Rs136 crore. Five companies have submitted their bids for this tender, officials said. Another key project will be to desilt the sewerage drain from Hero Honda Chowk to Dhanwapur sewage treatment plant, a stretch of around 7.5km, which will clear the entire sewage network downstream from Hero Honda Chowk. 'An amount of ₹12 crore will be spent on this project, after the committee approves the project. Around 600 metres of the drain would also be strengthened using CIPP technology. Three companies have submitted their bids for the project,' said a senior GMDA official. In order to resolve the problem of damages to the sewage line on Sohna Road, the authority has also proposed to rehabilitate the entire sewage pipeline from Subhash Chowk to Tikri Morh on the highway. 'An amount of ₹19 crore has been earmarked for this project and it will be completed in 12 months after allotment. Once this work is done, the problem of road caving in at different spots on this highway will be resolved,' the GMDA official added. Apart from these three major projects, the authority has also planned to set up a 66 KV dedicated electricity substation at the Basai water treatment plant, which will ensure seamless and regular electricity supply to the plant, which provides drinking water to the entire old city. The authority will also put up a proposal to construct footpaths and cycle tracks on the master sector roads of Sector 58 and Sector 61.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
CCTV cameras to cycle tracks: 5 key infrastructure projects in Gurgaon await CM nod
Gurgaon: Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini will chair a meeting of the high-powered purchase committee (HPPC) on Monday to review and clear key infrastructure and utility projects across the state. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now At least five major projects worth Rs 223 crore are likely to be tabled for approval for the city, including phase 2 of the city-wide CCTV installation project — a 66 kV substation at the Chandu Budhera water treatment plant — construction of footpaths and cycle tracks in sectors 58–61 and 59–61, and two large-scale sewer line upgrade projects across the city. The second phase of the city's adaptive traffic management and surveillance system, estimated to cost Rs 160 crore, was pending approval for nearly eight months. GMDA floated tenders in March 2024, and five firms were found technically eligible by Oct last year. The proposal, however, was stuck due to the mandatory clearance required from the HPCC for projects over Rs 10 crore. GMDA, through the project, aims to install 2,722 CCTV cameras at 258 locations across the city. The plan was approved in June 2022, during GMDA's 10th authority meeting. It is expected to boost traffic regulation and public safety in several areas. Under Phase 1, GMDA had installed 1,200 cameras at 218 locations across the city and Manesar by August 2022. Pertinent to note that the prolonged delay in Phase 2 impacted the rollout of Phase 3, which proposes to add 10,000 more cameras at 2,000 sites, including public spaces, community zones, and government buildings. "The case has been submitted for the high-powered purchase committee's approval. Once the work starts, it will take 18 months to complete the project," the GMDA official said. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now To ensure an uninterrupted power supply to the city's primary water treatment facility, GMDA proposed the construction of a 66 kV substation at the Chandu Budhera plant. The substation is expected to cost Rs 16 crore and will be completed in 12 months once approved. Currently, the new filtration unit at the plant is operating on temporary power drawn from an 11kV feeder from the Daultabad substation, which is inadequate for the plant's growing capacity. Three filtration units—one partially commissioned, one under construction, and one under tendering—will benefit from the new substation. Planned over a 15-acre plot, the facility will include four bays, two 10 MVA 66/6.6 kV transformers, and two 3000 kVA 6.6/0.415 kV transformers, along with supporting equipment. To improve pedestrian and cyclist mobility, GMDA proposed the construction of dedicated cycle tracks and footpaths along the 2 km master roads between Sectors 58–61 and 59–61. The Rs 15.9 crore project will include table-top crossings, green areas, bus lay-bys, play zones, and sitting spaces to promote non-motorised transport along the busy Golf Course Extension corridor. The timeline for completion is nine months once work is allotted. In addition, two sewerage projects costing over Rs 31 crore have also been put forward for approval. The first project, costing Rs 12.1 crore, involves desilting and rehabilitation of sewer lines of varying sizes from 450mm to 1800mm in diameter along the master road from Sectors 33–34 to Hero Honda Chowk and near Basai Chowk. It will be carried out using cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) technology to ensure long-lasting results and will take atleast nine months to complete. The second project, worth Rs 19.3 crore, will upgrade a severely damaged 1800mm master sewer line along Sohna Road from Subhash Chowk to Shishpal Vihar via Village Tikri.
Time of India
3 days ago
- General
- Time of India
2 years on, this is Gurgaon's model road
Gurgaon: Open garbage dumping points, haphazard parking and unauthorised street vendors, persistent on-ground challenges have undermined the purpose of streetscaping project on MG Road , which is nearing completion four years after it was conceptualised as a 'model' road. The project covers a 2.5km stretch from Sikanderpur Metro Station to IFFCO Chowk. T he MG Road stretch connects several high-density zones, including residential condominiums, metro stations, malls and office hubs, making it one of the city's most critical corridors. With a daily footfall of thousands and frequent congestion, the road was seen as an ideal candidate for streetscaping and mobility enhancement. The project, pegged at Rs 11.3 crore, was designed to make MG Road more pedestrian- and commuter-friendly. It includes wider footpaths, dedicated cycle tracks, green belts and bus bays. According to officials, nearly 95% of the work is done: cycle tracks and footpaths are in place and 200 out of 250 planned streetlights are installed. The work, GMDA says, is expected to be wrapped up soon. "This is among the city's key stretches. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Signage and some lighting installation will be wrapped up soon," a senior GMDA official said. However, parts of the stretch remain difficult to navigate, especially for pedestrians. residents and commuters say. Footpaths near metro stations, meant to ensure safe walking space, are often overtaken by illegal street vendors, forcing commuters onto the main road or service road. The vending zone designated in the plan has yet to be demarcated or enforced. RWA president of Essel Towers Rajeev Sinha said, "On the suggestion of the civic authority and police administration, we have put up 'no parking and no vending zone boards'. But with no enforcement, it makes no deterrence to encroachers. If the govt agency has spent so much money on the beautification and functionality of this stretch, authorities should also enforce the rules on the ground Otherwise, it will be a futile exercise. " In front of malls and office spaces, haphazard parking continues to block cycle tracks and footpaths. Food delivery bikers are another concern as many ride on the wrong side or halt suddenly near mall entrances. , adding to the traffic mess. Adding to the contradictions of the 'model stretch' is the MCG's open garbage dumping point near Meena Bazaar. An MCG waste trolley sits unattended, with trash scattered around due to irregular pickups. The site has become both an eyesore and a health hazard for commuters in the vicinity. Rajesh Thakur, a resident of Sushant Lok 1, asks, "Even with infrastructure in place, there's no discipline. You need enforcement on the ground, otherwise, it's all cosmetic. What's the point of spending crores on wider footpaths if they're choked by vendors every day?" DTP of GMDA RS Batth said, "The authority is undertaking regular drives to clear public spaces. Drives have been conducted on MG Road in the past as well. Now, we, along with traffic police, will intensify the drive and issue challans against illegal parking and encroachments" The project faced a series of bureaucratic and execution delays. The initial tender floated in Dec 2021 failed to attract bidders as the applicants did not meet the required experience criteria. A second tender was issued in Aug 2022 and the contract was eventually awarded in April 2023. Work began two months later with a deadline of Dec 2023. Since then, the timelineit has been extended multiple times— first to March 2024, then May, followed by Dec and March 2025 and currently, the deadline stands at June.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Climate
- Time of India
One of Gurgaon's two main water supply plants in a crisis, has 2 days' reserve
Gurgaon: The city is staring at a water crisis, as one of its two treatment plants is left with stock that would last less than two days if it isn't replenished fast enough. Officials told TOI on Tuesday that this dip in water at the Basai treatment plant is because supply from the Gurgaon channel, one of the sources of raw water for the city, has been consistently falling short. Water stored at the Basai plant has dropped to 598 million litres — less than half of its total capacity of 1,385 million litres. Supply to the plant has been erratic over the past two months because of deteriorating condition of Gurgaon channel, and of late, because of repeated power failures due to thunderstorms. There was anyway a shortfall of water supply to Basai. GMDA, which manages the two treatment plants in the city, is supposed to get 323.4 million litres of water per day (MLD) to run Basai WTP at optimal capacity. But the Gurgaon channel is only able to provide a maximum of 269 MLD of water to the plant. Authority's data shows supply this month dipped below 245 MLD on several days, with the lowest recorded at 223.6 MLD on May 23. W by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Scalable retail: Video analytics firm enables more traffic thanks to robust computing power - Google Cloud: Future of Infrastructure CIO | Google Cloud, AMD Undo ith stored water in Basai depleting to an alarming low, a GMDA official admitted that any other unexpected disruption to the Yamuna canal's supply or to the Gurgaon channel will empty out the tank quickly. "As of now, we have enough raw water for only one-and-a-half days at the Basai plant. The shortfall has affected our ability to operate the plant optimally and meet the city's potable water demand. Though there is no rationing yet, we have asked the irrigation department to ensure adequate and consistent supply. However, if the upstream supply is affected, it could have an impact," a senior GMDA official said. Treated water from Basai WTP is supplied to most sectors between 1 and 23, Sadar Bazar, Kadipur, Khandsa, Roshanpura, Civil Lines, Palam Vihar, DLF 1-3, South City-1, Sushant Lok 1, Daultabad, Dhanwapur, among other areas. Residents of some of the areas in the tail-end of Basai supply network said they have started noticing a fall in water pressure. "Water pressure is low and supply has been limited for the past 20 days. Pressure dropped to 75 PSI (pound force per square inch) from 120 PSI. Additionally, MCG's tubewell isn't functioning properly, forcing us to rely on water tankers," said Prakash Lamba, president of Sector 21 RWA. Chandu Budhera WTP to the rescue Recognising the gravity of the problem, GMDA officials said the authority has procured motors and is laying down a pipeline to transfer untreated water from the city's other WTP at Chandu Budhera to the Basai plant. "The equipment is expected to be installed and operational within the next few days, which could help stabilise supply," the senior official quoted above said. The Chandu Budhera WTP draws 318 MLD of untreated water from the NCR channel, and its supply is relatively more stable. The plant's capacity to treat water was also increased recently, scaling up its supply to the city by 60 MLD. In total, it supplies around 360 MLD of water to sectors 4, 5, 7, 9, 37D, 42-74, 81-115, Old Gurgaon, Dayanand Colony, Gurgaon Gaon and Arjun Nagar, among other areas. The GMDA official said that 630 MLD of potable water from both WTPs is adequate for a city of 26 lakh residents. "The issue isn't production capacity, but wastage and misuse of potable water, especially in construction activities. We are working to resolve the shortage at Basai," he said.
