The Rohtak district administration has ramped up desilting and sewer-cleaning operations across the city to mitigate the perennial problem of waterlogging during the monsoon season. Every year, heavy rains lead to waterlogged roads, overflowing sewers, and choked drains, disrupting normal life and triggering public outcry. The issue often reaches the state government's agenda, prompting authorities to announce measures and action plans. This year, the administration is determined to stay ahead of the problem by carrying out a comprehensive drive before the rains intensify.
Modern Equipment Deployed for Sewer Cleaning
The Public Health Engineering Department (PHED) is leading the effort, deploying modern super sucker machines and other advanced equipment to clean major trunk sewer lines and internal sewer networks. Deputy Commissioner Sachin Gupta stated that the priority is to provide residents with an efficient and reliable sewerage system. "To achieve this, desilting and cleaning of large-diameter sewer lines are being carried out continuously across different parts of the city so that residents do not face sewer blockages and waterlogging during the monsoon," he said.
Key Areas Covered Under the Drive
Under the ongoing campaign, desilting work is being conducted on several critical sewer lines. These include a 400-mm sewer line in Shastri Nagar (Ward No. 1), the 900-mm main sewer line in DLF, the 900-mm sewer line from the Railway Station to Kachcha Beri Road, the 600-mm sewer line opposite Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, the 900-mm sewer line in Subhash Nagar, and the 1,600-mm stormwater drain from Jhajjar Mor to the Kath Mandi flyover. Super sucker machines are being used for these operations.
Additionally, sewer and manhole cleaning is being conducted in other parts of the city based on requirements. Areas covered include the rear side of Shastri Nagar, the stretch from Sainik Colony to Vaish Automatic Suit, Shiv Nagar Gali No. 1, Shauri Market, Old Housing Board, Shivaji Colony, Dev Colony, and Indira and Nehru Colonies. Grab machines and other modern equipment are being utilized to clean manholes and sewer lines in these localities.
Impact and Expectations
The drive aims to minimize recurring problems such as waterlogging, sewer blockages, and overflows that have plagued the city in previous years. By proactively cleaning the drainage infrastructure, the district administration hopes to reduce public inconvenience and avoid the annual cycle of flooding and complaints. The effectiveness of these measures will be tested once the monsoon arrives, but officials are confident that the intensified efforts will lead to better drainage performance.
