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Haryana CM Vows Pothole-Free Gurugram Roads, 50-Year Water Plan

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has announced a time-bound plan to repair all broken roads in Gurugram, targeting a pothole-free city before the next monsoon. He revealed a long-term project designed to secure the city's drinking water supply for the next 50 years, regardless of population growth. A Detailed Project Report is being prepared for a major drainage system to channel floodwater from low-lying areas towards Sohna. The CM also stated that 70% of Haryana's roads have been strengthened with a Rs 4,500 crore allocation, with all repair work slated for completion by March.

Key Points: Haryana CM Announces Gurugram Road Repair & Drainage Plan

  • Urgent plan for pothole-free Gurugram roads
  • 50-year water security project underway
  • DPR for major drainage system to Sohna
  • Rs 4,500 crore released for state road works
  • Credits central schemes for public trust
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"No broken roads": Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini assures drain plan, long-term water solution for Gurugram

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini announces urgent road repairs and a 50-year water project for Gurugram to prevent monsoon flooding and infrastructure issues.

"We designed that tender keeping in view the next 50 years, ensuring no drinking water problems - Nayab Singh Saini"

Chandigarh, February 12

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Thursday announced an urgent, time-bound plan to repair broken roads and address infrastructure gaps in Gurugram, aiming for a "pothole-free" city before the next monsoon season.

Speaking exclusively with ANI in Chandigarh, Saini said he has directed all concerned departments to ensure that roads in the Millennium City are repaired without delay.

The remarks came amid concerns over waterlogging and pothole-ridden roads in Gurugram, often criticised for inadequate urban planning despite being a major IT and industrial hub. Responding to a question about whether the government could prevent monsoon flooding, the Chief Minister said that long-term planning is underway.

"I have told all departments to ensure that there are no broken roads in Gurugram," Saini said. "We are working on this very seriously. Regarding Gurgaon, we recently had a project tender. We designed that tender keeping in view the next 50 years, ensuring no drinking water problems, no matter how much the population grows."

He added that a Detailed Project Report (DPR) is being prepared for a major drainage system to channel water from low-lying areas towards Sohna. Saini said, "Its DPR (Detailed Project Report) is being prepared. Officials are working on where to channel the water. Soon, that DPR will be ready."

The Chief Minister said he convened six departments, including PWD, Marketing Board, HSVP, and Municipal Council, instructing them not to allow any damaged roads. "About 70% of Haryana's roads have been strengthened. I released Rs 4,500 crore for road works. Due to the sudden cold wave, work slowed down, but by the end of February or March, no road will remain broken," he added.

Highlighting governance and welfare, Saini credited Narendra Modi's leadership for the BJP's electoral success in Haryana. He said schemes like PM Awas Yojana and Ayushman Bharat have directly benefited the poor, while recruitment in the state is being done without "parchi or kharchi," reinforcing public trust in his government.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Living in Sector 56, the road outside my society has been a nightmare for 2 years. "No broken roads by March" is a bold claim. I'll believe it when I see the JCBs actually working, not just in press conferences.
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Aditya G
Good to hear about the long-term vision. Gurugram's infrastructure has not kept pace with its explosive growth. A proper drainage plan channeling water to Sohna sounds promising. Hope the DPR is made public for transparency.
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Priyanka N
While the plan is good, why does it take flooding and bad press for action? This should have been done years ago. Also, coordinating 6 departments is a challenge in itself. Hope they work together, not pass the buck.
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Michael C
The mention of ₹4,500 crore is significant. Accountability for that spending is key. We need regular updates on which stretches are being repaired and the quality of work. No more patchwork jobs that wash away in the first rain.
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Kavya N
As a daily commuter on the Golf Course Extension Road, this is a relief! The potholes are a major safety hazard. Hope they prioritize the main arteries first. The focus on water solutions for the next 50 years is a welcome, forward-thinking approach. 👍

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