Gurgaon Sanitation Services Resume After ULB Approves Rs 127 Crore Extension for Road Sweeping Agencies
The Urban Local Bodies (ULB) department has granted a crucial extension until March 2026 for six private agencies responsible for manual road sweeping in Gurgaon. This decision effectively resolves the sanitation service disruptions that had plagued the city due to delayed payments to contractors.
Extension Details and Financial Implications
The approved extension, valued at Rs 127 crore, will be disbursed to the contractors engaged by the Municipal Corporation of Gurgaon (MCG). This financial allocation covers the period from September 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, according to official statements. The six agencies were initially hired in September 2023 under a two-year contract specifically for manual road sweeping duties across Gurgaon.
Impact of Payment Delays on Sanitation Services
MCG officials confirmed that sanitation services were severely affected when payments to these agencies were withheld pending ULB clearance. This administrative bottleneck led to workers abstaining from their duties, resulting in mounting public complaints and concerns over the deterioration of essential civic services. With the ULB approval now secured, payments will be released promptly, and operations are expected to normalize swiftly.
MCG Commissioner Pradeep Dahiya stated, "We have received the approval for the extension and forwarded it to the engineers to proceed further." This development comes as a relief to residents who had endured inadequate street cleaning due to the contractual impasse.
Broader Proposal for Integrated Cleaning System
In December of last year, MCG submitted a comprehensive Rs 470 crore proposal to the ULB department for an integrated manual and mechanized road sweeping system throughout Gurgaon. The proposed expenditure breakdown includes Rs 145.5 crore for zone 1, Rs 64.2 crore for zone 2, Rs 81.8 crore for zone 3, and Rs 179.4 crore for zone 4.
The scope of this ambitious proposal encompasses special cleaning arrangements for tourist areas and locations with high foot traffic. It also includes provisions for multiple cleanings, night sweeping where necessary, and additional manpower during weekends and national holidays. Officials have indicated that once approved, this integrated proposal will replace the current extended contracts, potentially revolutionizing Gurgaon's sanitation infrastructure.
Administrative Challenges and Future Outlook
The delay in ULB approval had highlighted significant administrative bottlenecks affecting essential civic services in Gurgaon. The resolution of this issue through the Rs 127 crore extension demonstrates the municipality's commitment to maintaining urban hygiene standards while addressing contractual and payment challenges.
As sanitation services resume normal operations, residents can expect improved cleanliness across the city's roads and public spaces. The forthcoming integrated cleaning proposal represents a forward-looking approach to urban management that could set new benchmarks for municipal sanitation in rapidly developing urban centers like Gurgaon.
