The Municipal Corporation in Mohali has taken a firm stance against contractors delaying crucial development projects across the city. Mayor Amarjit Singh Sidhu has issued a strict one-week ultimatum, warning that contractors failing to commence work will face blacklisting proceedings.
Immediate Action Required for Stalled Development
Expressing serious concern over numerous complaints from residents and councilors, the mayor has written to the Municipal Commissioner directing immediate action. The order specifically targets all projects that were approved in various Finance and Contract Committee (FNCC) meetings where tenders have been finalized and work orders already issued.
The mayor categorically stated that if firms and contractors fail to start work within the given seven-day period, a resolution to blacklist them will be placed in the next House meeting. This decisive move comes after repeated reports that several development works haven't commenced despite work orders being in place for months.
Frustration Mounts Among Mohali Residents
Local citizens have grown increasingly frustrated witnessing development projects remaining stalled without explanation. The situation has raised significant concerns about the municipal body's functioning and administrative responsiveness.
Work orders for major infrastructure projects were issued on March 20, 2025, covering essential developments including:
- Park development and repair works
- Installation of paver blocks throughout the city
- Kerb and channel repair operations
- Routine road maintenance activities
- Construction of yoga sheds and dharamshala buildings
Despite these official approvals and allocations, many project sites show no visible activity, prompting the mayor to classify the matter as extremely urgent.
Administrative Follow-up and Crucial Timeline
Administrative officials have confirmed that the mayor's directive has been formally forwarded to the chief engineer, ensuring the message reaches all relevant authorities. The next seven days are now critical for contractors working with the Mohali Municipal Corporation.
Contractors must either immediately begin work on their assigned projects or face severe consequences during the next House meeting. The potential blacklisting would significantly impact their ability to secure future government contracts in the region.
This crackdown represents the municipal body's commitment to addressing citizen concerns and ensuring timely completion of development works that directly impact Mohali's infrastructure and quality of life for its residents.
