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Indian Express
6 days ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
‘Political greed of mayor and MLA has ruined Mohali': SAD district chief slams Kulwant Singh & Mayor Sidhu
Shiromani Akali Dal's Mohali district president Parvinder Singh Sohana has launched a fierce attack on Mohali Mayor Amarjit Singh Jeeti Sidhu and local MLA Kulwant Singh, blaming their 'political greed' for the decline of the city. Addressing a press conference Wednesday, Sohana alleged that 'both these leaders unite when it serves their interests, and at other times, they cross swords to fool the public'. He said that they have destroyed Mohali by prioritising their own political gains over public welfare. With the Municipal Corporation elections just months away, Sohana accused Mayor Sidhu of suddenly pretending to care about civic problems that he ignored for over four years. 'After four and a half years of corruption that financially ruined Mohali MC, the mayor now wants to act like a savior,' said Sohana, warning that residents will not fall for such tactics again. He questioned the Mayor's recent demand of Rs 600 crore from the government, asking, 'Where is the estimate for this? Where is it supposed to be spent? When was this discussed in any MC meeting?' Turning his criticism toward MLA Kulwant Singh, Sohana said the legislator has ignored the city's core issues. 'For the past one year and a half, garbage management has failed completely. People are falling sick, but the MLA is only busy with politics,' he stated. He also criticised Kulwant Singh's claim of using Samgoli village as a garbage dump. 'Will people not be living there? Is it right to dump our city's waste into someone else's backyard?' asked Sohana. On the issue of rainwater flooding, Sohana said both the Mayor and MLA were equally responsible. 'Every year, citizens suffer massive losses, but these two only play blame games while people become victims of their political rivalry.' He emphasised that the Shiromani Akali Dal government had earlier invested Rs 2,500 crore in developing Mohali's infrastructure, yet 'not even one-fifth of that has been brought in by the current Mayor and MLA, and whatever came wasn't spent properly'. Demanding accountability, Sohana said, 'Instead of troubling Mohali residents with their political enmity, these two leaders should either work sincerely for the betterment of the city or step down from their positions, owning up to their moral responsibility.'
Indian Express
30-07-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Mohali mayor slams state govt, MLA over crippling finances, demands urgent relief
Mayor Amarjit Singh Jeeti Sidhu has launched a political attack on the Punjab government and local MLA Kulwant Singh, holding them responsible for the dire financial crisis facing the corporation. Despite the worsening economic condition of the civic body, Sidhu alleged that funds due to the Municipal Corporation from various government departments are being deliberately withheld. 'Over Rs 50 crore is pending from GMADA and PSPCL, and another Rs 7 crore in property tax arrears is stuck with different departments,' the mayor told The Indian Express. The mayor stated, 'We are struggling to even pay salaries to employees at times. Tenders for development projects get delayed, and payments for completed works are stuck.' Recalling better days, Sidhu noted, 'When Mohali was a council, it was classified as A-grade, whereas Kharar and Zirakpur were B and C-grade, respectively. But now, despite Mohali becoming a Municipal Corporation, those councils continue to function independently and are financially healthier.' He said that Kharar currently holds over Rs 400 crore, and Zirakpur has nearly Rs 700 crore in funds, while the Mohali MC is left cash-strapped. 'In Kharar and Zirakpur, property-related services like map approvals, transfers, and NOCs are still handled by their respective councils, which also collect the associated fees. But in Mohali, all these services are handled by GMADA, which sells land worth crores but doesn't even release the corporation's rightful share.' The mayor pointed out that GMADA alone owes the Mohali MC Rs 32 crore. Raising concerns over the deteriorating infrastructure, Sidhu warned, 'Mohali is facing multiple issues, the most critical being stormwater drainage. Solving this will require over Rs 200 crore.' He mentioned that he had written several letters to officials and even the Chief Minister, yet no action has been taken, nor has any special grant been issued for Mohali. 'For development works alone, Mohali needs a grant of at least Rs 500 crore,' he asserted. Sidhu said, 'If urgent steps are not taken to address Mohali's pressing problems, the city's condition will worsen drastically and for that, the Punjab government will be fully responsible.'
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Mohali MC to spend Rs 200cr on desilting & cleaning stormwater drains: Mayor
Mohali: In a move aimed at improving the city's drainage infrastructure ahead of the monsoon, Mayor Amarjit Singh Sidhu has announced that the Mohali MC has planned an expenditure of Rs 200 crore for desilting and cleaning of the drainage and stormwater a meeting of the finance and contract committee Monday, Sidhu stated that the funds have been sought from the Punjab govt for public welfare. "A recent survey has shown that the drainage and stormwater system in Mohali needs a thorough desilting and cleaning, which will cost approximately Rs 200 crore," he streamline the process, the city has been divided into four zones for drainage maintenance. Tenders for the desilting of rainwater drainage pipes have already been finalised. In addition, the cleaning of the N-choe — a seasonal stream that often gets clogged — is scheduled to begin next development work estimates worth Rs 12 crore and the issuance of work orders for ongoing projects valued at Rs 13 crore were also approved during the meeting. These include upgrades and repairs to city sewerage systems, footpaths, and mayor assured that development work is being carried out uniformly across all wards. "There is no discrimination in the execution of development projects. The needs of every ward are being addressed," he emphasised. Instructing officials to maintain strict quality standards and regularly review the ongoing works, Sidhu said, "Any negligence will not be tolerated. Strict action will be taken against the contractors and officials found guilty of lapses." The comprehensive plan reflects the civic body's commitment to upgrading urban infrastructure and ensuring the city is better prepared for the upcoming rainy season, he added. Mohali: In a move aimed at improving the city's drainage infrastructure ahead of the monsoon, Mayor Amarjit Singh Sidhu has announced that the Mohali MC has planned an expenditure of Rs 200 crore for desilting and cleaning of the drainage and stormwater a meeting of the finance and contract committee Monday, Sidhu stated that the funds have been sought from the Punjab govt for public welfare. "A recent survey has shown that the drainage and stormwater system in Mohali needs a thorough desilting and cleaning, which will cost approximately Rs 200 crore," he streamline the process, the city has been divided into four zones for drainage maintenance. Tenders for the desilting of rainwater drainage pipes have already been finalised. In addition, the cleaning of the N-choe — a seasonal stream that often gets clogged — is scheduled to begin next development work estimates worth Rs 12 crore and the issuance of work orders for ongoing projects valued at Rs 13 crore were also approved during the meeting. These include upgrades and repairs to city sewerage systems, footpaths, and mayor assured that development work is being carried out uniformly across all wards. "There is no discrimination in the execution of development projects. The needs of every ward are being addressed," he emphasised. Instructing officials to maintain strict quality standards and regularly review the ongoing works, Sidhu said, "Any negligence will not be tolerated. Strict action will be taken against the contractors and officials found guilty of lapses." The comprehensive plan reflects the civic body's commitment to upgrading urban infrastructure and ensuring the city is better prepared for the upcoming rainy season, he added.
