The Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) has launched a beautification and greening drive at five of the city's busiest traffic junctions. The initiative aims to mitigate urban heat island effects and enhance air quality along major traffic nodes ahead of the monsoon season.
Junctions Undergoing Transformation
The work is currently underway at Mahavir Chowk, Rajiv Chowk, Atul Kataria Chowk, Jharsa Chowk, and Kanhai Chowk. These intersections experience heavy vehicular movement throughout the day and are prone to dust, rising temperatures, and pollution. Officials have confirmed that all junction upgrades and beautification will be completed by June 15.
Scope of Work
As part of the drive, the metropolitan authority is carrying out plantation work, landscaping, and the development of green pockets. Additionally, painting of kerbstones and fencing of green belts are being undertaken to prevent encroachments and dumping of debris.
At Rajiv Chowk, plantation and landscaping activities are progressing across the central green islands and adjoining areas. Fencing work is also being executed to protect green spaces from encroachments and ensure their long-term maintenance.
Similarly, pillar beautification, landscaping, and plantation activities are being conducted at Atul Kataria Chowk to improve the aesthetics of the intersection, which serves as a major entry point connecting old and new parts of the city.
Miyawaki Forest at Mahavir Chowk
At Mahavir Chowk, the authority is planning to develop a Miyawaki forest—a dense urban plantation model known for faster growth and better ecological benefits. Officials stated that the plantation will help improve greenery and create a natural buffer against pollution and heat.
Similar greening and beautification works are also progressing at Jharsa Chowk and Kanhai Chowk.
Official Statement
“Through these interventions, we are working towards building greener, cleaner, and more sustainable public spaces that contribute to environmental resilience and improve commuter experience,” said Amit Godara, Executive Engineer, GMDA.
Additional Greening Efforts
GMDA is also restoring green belts along nearly 45 kilometers of road stretches across the city. The authority is clearing construction waste, excess soil, and debris from these belts and leveling them to serve as green drains, thereby improving stormwater flow during the monsoon.
