Manesar Civic Body Launches Major Streetlight Installation Project
The Municipal Corporation of Manesar (MCM) has initiated a significant infrastructure project to enhance public safety and urban illumination. The civic body is set to install a total of 5,000 streetlights across 20 wards under its jurisdiction, with an estimated project cost of Rs 7.5 crore.
Procurement and Installation Process Underway
MCM officials have confirmed that the streetlights have already been procured by the corporation. The civic body has now commenced the process of hiring a specialized agency to carry out the comprehensive installation work. This contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary infrastructure components, including cables, controlling panels, and other required equipment.
"The contractor will handle installation of the lights and procurement of infrastructure such as cables and controlling panels required for installation," stated an MCM official. "They will install octagonal poles and RCC poles for the streetlights and also place lights on RCC poles already erected by DHBVN."
Geographical Coverage and Timeline
The streetlight installation will cover multiple areas including Sikanderpur Bhada, Nakhraula, Garhi Harsaru, Wazirpur, and Manesar village. The civic body has also incorporated additional locations based on specific requests received from several Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) throughout the city.
Once the contract is formally awarded, the selected contractor will be given an eight-month timeframe to complete the entire project. Most areas are expected to be covered during the initial phase of implementation. Officials have indicated that if further demand emerges, a second phase of installation may be launched subsequently.
Addressing Long-Standing Resident Concerns
This infrastructure initiative directly responds to concerns raised by residents during the municipal elections held in March last year. Citizens consistently highlighted the lack of adequate street lighting and demanded installation in dark stretches across the urban landscape. Several municipal councillors have also submitted formal proposals requesting streetlight installations in their respective wards.
The project comes after Urban Local Bodies Minister Vipul Goel expressed dissatisfaction during a March meeting about delays in the procurement and installation of streetlights and centralized control and monitoring systems. Notably, none of the municipal corporations in the state met the January 31 deadline previously established for completion of similar lighting projects.
Project Significance and Impact
The installation of 5,000 streetlights represents a substantial investment in urban infrastructure that will significantly improve nighttime visibility and public safety across Manesar. The project demonstrates the municipal corporation's commitment to addressing citizen concerns and enhancing the quality of urban living through improved public amenities.
By incorporating input from both residents and elected representatives, the civic body aims to ensure that the streetlight placement effectively addresses the areas of greatest need. The comprehensive approach, which includes both new pole installations and utilization of existing infrastructure, reflects strategic planning to maximize the project's impact within the allocated budget and timeline.
