Author: Sharad Natani
In a strong move to address safety risks in residential complexes, the Deputy Commissioner of Gurugram, Ajay Kumar, has issued a 15-day deadline to builders to begin repair work in housing societies flagged during structural audits. The directive came during a review meeting held at the Mini Secretariat, attended by builder representatives, Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs), and officials from civic departments. Cracks to Weak Columns: Serious Defects Found Officials revealed that audits across multiple group housing societies exposed a wide range of structural issues, including: ●Cracks and seepage in buildings ●Exposed reinforcement ●Weak or damaged columns Concerns over overall structural…
A video allegedly showing worms in food served to a patient at Gurugram Civil Hospital has sparked concern and prompted an official inquiry in Gurugram. The clip, which surfaced on social media, shows contaminated food claimed to have been served inside the hospital, raising serious questions about hygiene standards and patient safety. Authorities Say Video Not Verified Hospital authorities, however, have urged caution, stating that the video has not yet been verified. Chief Medical Officer Dr Lokveer Singh said that preliminary findings suggest the food shown may not be from the hospital kitchen. “Preliminary investigations revealed that the food shown…
In a major step toward modernising fuel access, Gurugram has become the first city in NCR to introduce an LPG vending machine (LPG ATM), offering quick and contactless cylinder exchange. Installed at Central Park Flower Valley in Sector 33, Sohna, the smart machine allows users to pay and exchange an empty cylinder within 2–3 minutes, eliminating the need to wait for delivery schedules. How the LPG ATM Works The process is simple, digital, and fully automated: ●Enter registered mobile number ●Verify with OTP ●Scan barcode/QR code on empty cylinder ●Make payment via UPI or debit card ●Collect filled cylinder instantly…
In a major push to tackle recurring waterlogging, the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) has directed officials to implement a strict, time-bound action plan to curb flooding across Gurugram. During a high-level review, the GMDA chief emphasised the need for seamless connectivity between surface drains and master drains, especially along the busy Southern Peripheral Road (SPR) corridor. Officials have been instructed to ensure that stormwater flows smoothly without bottlenecks, particularly toward critical outlets like the Badshahpur drain. Strict Deadlines and Zero Tolerance on Lapses Authorities have been asked to follow strict timelines and eliminate delays in ongoing projects. Key instructions…
Preparations for Census 2027 have picked up pace in Ghaziabad and Noida, with authorities gearing up for the country’s first fully digital census exercise. Officials said the house listing and housing enumeration phase will be conducted between May 22 and June 20, marking the beginning of a large-scale data collection drive. 10,000 Enumeration Blocks, Massive Workforce Deployed The Ghaziabad administration has already divided the district into 10,025 enumeration blocks and deployed a large workforce to manage the process. Each enumerator will be responsible for: ●Covering around 150–180 households ●Surveying a population of 650–800 people The administration has also set up…
Residents in Noida are facing growing inconvenience due to glitches in the newly introduced smart metering system, with many complaining that recharge amounts are not reflecting properly in the mobile application. Officials have acknowledged the issue, attributing it to initial technical challenges. Superintending Engineer Umesh Singh Yadav said: “What is happening is that recharge is not showing properly in the smart app due to a system synchronisation issue. As this is in the initial stage, such issues are arising. We are working on resolving them.” The problem has left consumers uncertain about their balance and usage, raising concerns over transparency…