Author: Sharad Natani

Gurugram is set for a major expansion in its public transport network with the approval of 200 additional electric buses. The Gurugram Metropolitan Bus Limited (GMBCL) has identified 32 routes where these buses will be deployed, significantly strengthening connectivity across the city. Officials said the expansion will enhance daily commuting options and improve last-mile connectivity, particularly in residential and commercial corridors that currently face limited bus coverage. Infrastructure Readiness and Depot Development To support the expanded fleet, infrastructure development is already underway. The electric bus depot in Sector 10 is operational, while another depot is being constructed in Sector 48…

In a major step to tackle traffic congestion, Gurgaon traffic police have launched a citywide crackdown on illegal parking, deploying specialised tow cranes across East and West zones. The enforcement drive officially began on February 17 and is being carried out in coordination with the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA). Officials said the move aims to reclaim road space, reduce traffic bottlenecks, and improve commuting conditions for thousands of daily road users who face delays due to unauthorised parking. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic) Rajesh Mohan said the campaign was initiated after continuous monitoring of congestion-prone areas and repeated complaints…

Residents and commuters in Noida have once again raised serious concerns over illegal garbage dumping and encroachments along a key stretch, alleging that despite multiple complaints and previous clean-up drives, the issue continues to resurface. Locals say heaps of waste have started piling up again, creating foul smells and unhygienic conditions in the area. The dumping of garbage along the roadside has not only turned the stretch into an eyesore but has also raised concerns about public health and sanitation. “We have complained earlier as well, but nothing has changed,” said Surjeet Singh, a resident who frequently uses the affected…

Nearly 800 homebuyers in Gurugram’s Sector 61 are facing mounting financial pressure as they continue to pay home loan EMIs along with rent, while awaiting possession of apartments they allege were misrepresented at the time of sale. The project, marketed as a 1,600-unit integrated township under the “Smart World” branding by M3M Builder, was promoted as a premium gated development with direct road access and landscaped green spaces. Buyers now claim that key project details were altered after payments were secured. Project Allegedly Bifurcated After Collecting Payments According to buyers, the township was later divided into two segments — ‘Orchard’…

In a major administrative overhaul, the Noida Authority has dissolved its separate public health department and traffic cell, transferring their responsibilities to zonal work circles in an attempt to close accountability gaps and streamline civic governance. The decision follows the tragic death of 27-year-old software engineer Yuvraj Mehta, who drowned after his car fell into a flooded trench in Sector 150. The incident triggered widespread public anger and exposed serious lapses in excavation safety, barricading, and monitoring mechanisms. Residents had alleged that the ditch was left open without adequate warning signs, lighting, or protective barricades — raising uncomfortable questions about…

Residents of Kartik Kunj Apartments in Noida’s Sector 44 have raised serious concerns over a long-standing encroachment on land that was originally designated as a public park under the Noida Master Plan. The issue, according to residents, has persisted for nearly two decades, turning what was meant to be a green community space into a source of distress and insecurity. Members of the Kartik Kunj Residents’ Welfare Association (KKRWA) say the land in front of their society was earmarked as a sector park. However, over the years, illegal occupants have gradually taken over the area. Residents allege that repeated temporary…