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Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- General
- Hindustan Times
Bandhwari landfill to get ₹96 lakh green makeover
Gurugram: The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has floated a tender worth ₹96lakh to beautify the Bandhwari landfill's front-facing stretch along the Gurugram-Faridabad Road. The initiative, which is a part of a larger ₹2.45 crore revamp, aims to mitigate the visual and environmental impact of the landfill through a mix of landscaping, fencing and plantation, officials aware of the matter, said. To enhance the aesthetic appeal of the Bandhwari landfill stretch, the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has initiated a beautification drive along its periphery to shield the massive garbage dump from public view in Gurugram. (PARVEEN KUMAR/HT) MCG commissioner Pradeep Dahiya said the project tender includes planting trees and shrubs, erecting fences, installing tree guards, and surface turfing alongside newly constructed view cutters. 'Administrative and technical approvals were already granted. The tender will be opened on July 29,' he added. 'This is not just about hiding a landfill. It is about setting a new standard in how civic bodies deal with legacy waste sites. The beautification is part of a broader vision for ecological restoration and urban cleanliness. A long-term plan is also being drafted, and a Request for Proposal (RFP) will be prepared by the end of September after appointing a consultant. The aim is to develop a sustainable solution,' Dahiya said. The MCG chief, along with additional commissioner Ravinder Yadav and Swachh Bharat Mission joint commissioner Dr Preetpal Singh, conducted a site inspection on Wednesday. The officials reviewed ongoing work at the site including the installation of view cutters, construction of an RCC drain, and preparations for the beautification project. As part of the makeover, a 15-metre-wide and 400-metre-long cement concrete (CC) road will be built along the view cutters. A boundary wall, stormwater drain, and a second weighbridge to improve garbage truck movement are also part of the plan. Installation of jersey barriers between the road and view cutters is already in progress. A commuter, Manoj Sharma, who is a resident of Sector 56 and works in Faridabad welcomed the move: 'For years, we have driven past the landfill holding our breath. It's unpleasant and embarrassing. If this makeover brings greenery and hides the garbage, it's a win for everyone.' Meanwhile, work on constructing view cutters, a boundary wall, and a stormwater drain worth ₹2 crore has already begun on July 14. According to MCG officials, view cutters are being installed to block direct sight of the landfill from the main road. Leachate and waste that had spread to the road outside the site have been cleaned and transferred inside, clearing the road and creating a dedicated internal route for garbage trucks—reducing traffic disruptions and improving hygiene. In addition, a ₹2.45-crore proposal was floated on July 18 (tender to be opened on July 29), which includes construction of a 15-metre-wide, 400-metre-long cement concrete road alongside view cutters. An RCC drain has also been proposed. To avoid traffic delays due to garbage trucks queuing outside, the civic body has planned to install a second weighbridge to streamline entry and exit. A diesel generator has already been set up to ensure continuous power supply for these operations, allowing round-the-clock work at the site. With these steps, MCG aims to make the Bandhwari landfill a model for sustainable and citizen-friendly waste management.
Hindustan Times
23-06-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
NHAI to repair road between Hero Honda Chowk and Umang Bhardwaj Chowk
Gurugram: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) will repair the stretch from Hero Honda Chowk to Umang Bhardwaj Chowk to ensure that commuters can use the road till the project to make it a six-laned one begins, officials said. NHAI will repair the road between Umang Bhardwaj Chowk and Hero Honda Chowk at a cost of ₹ 77 lakh near Sector-10A, in Gurugram on Sunday. (PARVEEN KUMAR) According to the highway authority's proposal, an amount of nearly ₹ 77 lakh will be spent on the repair work, which will primarily involve laying another layer of bitumen on the damaged 3 kilometres stretch. A GMDA official said that the NHAI has sought a no-objection certificate to carry out the repair work. Currently, this 3km stretch is in bad shape since it is riddled with small and large potholes, and has damaged kerbs at several places. Due to the potholes, daily commuters face a number of problems. Recently, the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) had also asked the highway authority to repair the potholes and damaged stretches till the six-laning of the road begins. According to a survey conducted by the NHAI, around 1,720 metres on the road is in a bad condition on both sides of the carriageway. According to the survey, a 660 metres stretch has potholes on the left side going from Umang Bhardwaj Chowk to Hero Honda Chowk, while another 1,100 metres stretch on the right side of the carriageway has potholes on the right side, which causes inconvenience to drivers. According to the survey, there are potholes on the road near the Khandsa junction, near the power sub-station, opposite Himgiri Ashram and upto Umang Bhardwaj Chowk, at the Umang Bhardwaj Chowk roundabout, near Pataudi and Khandsa Road on the right side. On the left side, the road is damaged near Sector-10A, in front of the power substation, near the Pelican Nest Apartment, from Old Khandsa Road to the liquor shop, from Sector-10 A gate and in front of the CNG pump, the survey revealed. According to NHAI, an estimate of ₹ 77 lakh has been prepared for the road repair work and sent to GMDA for approval. To be sure, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is building a six-lane surface road on the stretch between Hero Honda Chowk and Umang Bhardwaj Chowk at a cost of ₹ 160 crore, with ₹ 100 crore earmarked for shifting the utilities and around ₹ 60 crore will be spent on building this road. The highway authority is carrying out this work as deposit work of GMDA, which will bear the cost. When asked about the matter, a senior GMDA official said, 'The road repair on this stretch is a priority and they will get it done.'
