PC Meena has assumed charge as the Chief Executive Officer of the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) for a second time, immediately launching a results-driven agenda focused on expediting the city's infrastructure projects. Taking charge on Wednesday, Meena held a comprehensive review meeting with the heads of all divisions to assess the status of ongoing works, signaling a strict focus on quality and timelines.
Road Repairs Get Top Priority with Strict Deadlines
Addressing a long-standing public grievance, Meena placed road maintenance at the top of his agenda. He issued a direct order to the engineering division, mandating that all city roads still under the defect liability period (DLP) must be made pothole-free within a strict deadline of 15 days.
He emphasized that accountability would follow this deadline. "After the deadline, feedback will be taken from residents and public representatives, and responsible officials will face action if complaints persist," Meena stated. For road stretches beyond the DLP cover, he announced a systemic overhaul.
To end the delays caused by the annual tendering process, Meena ordered that the master road network be divided into four distinct maintenance zones. Agencies will now be engaged for a minimum period of three years for each zone, ensuring more consistent upkeep and timely repairs.
Streamlining Projects and Tackling Waterlogging
Beyond execution, Meena stressed the need for tighter monitoring of all ongoing projects. In a conversation, he revealed a proactive measure to prevent land-related hurdles. He said future Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) will explicitly define right-of-way (RoW) constraints.
"This will prevent missing links. If any land acquisition is required, a proposal will be prepared in advance and routed for approval without delay, instead of allowing work to stall," he explained. On the perennial issue of waterlogging, the CEO acknowledged that proposals are in various stages but highlighted that a coordinated effort is crucial.
He stressed that the GMDA will have to work "in synergy" with the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) and the district administration to avoid blame-shifting, especially during the challenging monsoon season.
Focus on Environmental and Civic Infrastructure
Meena's review also covered crucial civic and environmental infrastructure. He ordered third-party inspections of all Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) to assess the levels of Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) and Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) in their discharge.
He further instructed officials to ensure that online analysers at these plants remain functional round-the-clock. The urban environment division was directed to ensure the cleaning and beautification of central verges and to prevent the dumping of construction debris and garbage on the city's green belts.
PC Meena's return to the helm of the GMDA marks a clear shift towards a more accountable and time-bound approach to Gurgaon's development challenges, with road infrastructure receiving immediate and decisive attention.
