Gurugram’s Ward 4, which includes Sector-21, 22B, and Dundahera village, is currently struggling with a myriad of pressing civic issues. With a population exceeding two lakh, and a registered voter count of only 33,551, the disparity highlights a demographic largely comprising non-local workers from neighbouring districts and states.
These residents face daily challenges due to the deteriorating state of infrastructure, including broken roads, erratic water supply, and frequent power outages. Local residents report that the ward’s problems are manifold. Roads are plagued by damage and encroachment, leading to severe traffic congestion and difficulties for both vehicles and pedestrians. Encroachment by illegal vendors and eateries has exacerbated these traffic issues, while narrow roads struggle to accommodate the heavy flow of vehicles. In addition, frequent water shortages and garbage accumulation have compounded the difficulties, with residents noting that drainage systems are frequently clogged, leading to waterlogging during rains. Water scarcity remains one of the most critical issues. Residents in Dundahera recently protested, expressing their frustration over the unreliable water supply from the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG). The situation has worsened since 2018, when a 6-inch pipeline was diverted, causing severe disruptions in water supply. Local authorities had promised a resolution but failed to deliver a permanent solution, leaving the community in a precarious situation.
In addition to these issues, the area’s infrastructure is also suffering from inadequate waste management and power outages. Residents highlight that superficial cleaning of sewer systems and the lack of proper garbage disposal facilities are contributing to unsanitary conditions. Encroachment on land designated for community use further aggravates the situation, with illegal dumping and inadequate access points adding to the woes. Former councillor Virender Raj Yadav acknowledges these problems and points to the need for systemic changes, including the reclamation of encroached water bodies. However, he notes that progress has been hindered by bureaucratic inertia and political reluctance. For Ward 4 to see meaningful improvements, a comprehensive approach involving both local governance and community action is essential.
