New Delhi: Electricity connections are finally being provided to 36 households in north-east Delhi's Harsh Vihar after a wait of nearly eight years, following the intervention of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, officials said on Sunday.
Families Express Gratitude
The families met the chief minister at her residence and thanked her for ending their long wait for power. North-East Delhi MP Manoj Tiwari was present during the meeting, according to a statement from the chief minister's office.
CM's Commitment to Basic Services
During her interaction with the families, the chief minister acknowledged the years of waiting for electricity connections and emphasized that the Delhi government was fully committed to addressing citizens' concerns and ensuring that basic services reach every resident.
Grievance Hearing Leads to Action
The matter was raised by Harsh Vihar residents during a recent public grievance hearing by the chief minister. They informed her that many families had been waiting for regular power connections since 2018. The chief minister instructed all related agencies to coordinate with each other to resolve the issue quickly, the CMO said.
Infrastructure Challenges Overcome
By 2018, 50 to 60 houses had been constructed in Harsh Vihar's A-3 block. However, regular electricity supply could not be established due to a lack of land for a sub-station. That work is now complete, and electricity meters are being installed. All eligible families are expected to get regular connections soon, the statement added.
