Residents of Sushant Lok-1 in Gurgaon are grappling with chronic sewer overflow issues that have persisted for the past four to five years. The problem is attributed to aging infrastructure, increasing population density, and commercial activities in the locality. Despite numerous complaints and temporary fixes, a permanent solution remains elusive.
Problem Worsens Near Paras Hospital
The situation is particularly severe near Paras Hospital, where sewage frequently spills onto roads and into residential areas. Although the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has awarded a tender to upgrade the sewer line in the area, work has yet to commence, according to residents. The civic body plans to replace the existing 300 mm pipeline with a 600 mm pipeline at an estimated cost of approximately Rs 1 crore.
Residents express frustration over delays, especially with the monsoon season approaching. Suman Yadav, a local resident, shared her ordeal: "It has become a chronic problem for us. A few weeks ago, my basement was flooded with sewage, and there was muck everywhere. Only after the intervention of the local councillor was the issue attended to. However, there is still no permanent solution. Even over the past couple of days, the sewer has started overflowing again."
RWA Follows Up Repeatedly
Deepak Verma, president of the Residents' Welfare Association (RWA), stated that residents have been consistently following up with the civic body for years. "After repeated follow-ups, MCG finally awarded the work for upgrading the sewer line near Paras Hospital, which is the most vulnerable stretch. But despite the tender being awarded, the work has not started yet," he said. Residents note that temporary desilting provides only short-term relief.
MCG Cites NOC Requirement
An MCG official commented on the delay: "We have sought a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) for road crossing and connection to the master sewer line. Under the project, the existing 300 mm sewer pipeline will be upgraded to a 600 mm pipeline to cater to the increased load in the area. The work will be started soon."
Meanwhile, residents remain anxious as the monsoon season looms, hoping that the upgrade will finally bring an end to their years-long ordeal.
