New Delhi, July 18: The Delhi government has taken serious note of the persistent waterlogging issue near Mandi village on Dera Mandi Road. On Friday, Delhi’s PWD and Water Minister Pravesh Sahib Singh inspected the Chhatarpur area and announced measures to resolve the problem.
Following reports of heavy rainfall causing water accumulation, the minister reviewed the condition of the road, drainage network, and sewer system. Senior officials accompanied him during the inspection.
The affected area falls under the jurisdiction of the MCD. A statement indicated that prioritizing public convenience, the Delhi government is working with relevant agencies to ensure immediate relief and long-term solutions.
As an immediate measure, PTO pumps have been deployed and are actively working to remove the accumulated water from the affected area.
Officials informed the minister that this location is a natural low-lying area prone to waterlogging during heavy rains. Previously, accumulated water would flow towards Haryana through a natural drain. However, the absence of this drain has led to water collecting at this site, resulting in frequent waterlogging during heavy rainfall.
After a detailed site inspection, it was decided that the PWD will construct a new precast RCC drain from Dera Mandi Road to Dera Bhati Road, which will connect to the bund road, allowing water to be pumped into the SSN drain in Delhi.
This project aims to provide a permanent drainage solution in the area and significantly improve rainwater management.
Pravesh Sahib Singh noted that Mandi village and Dera village are located on the Delhi-Haryana border. Years ago, before extensive urban development and the current expansion of Gurugram, rainwater would naturally flow through existing drainage channels.
He stated that today, due to extensive concrete construction, rapid urbanization, and a significant increase in population, these natural waterways have disappeared. Consequently, rainwater and even sewer water accumulate during heavy rainfall.
The minister emphasized that the Delhi government is committed to addressing outdated infrastructure challenges through scientific planning and sustainable engineering solutions.
He added that the goal is not merely to pump out water after every rainfall but to construct infrastructure that prevents waterlogging altogether. Each sensitive location is being assessed, and long-term solutions are being prioritized for implementation.
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