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Gurugram races to drain flood risk from NH48

Gurugram administration has fast-tracked a critical drainage project to tackle recurring flooding along the Delhi-Gurgaon Expressway (NH-48), particularly in the Narsinghpur area.

The Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) has begun constructing a 750-metre-long open stormwater drain, intended to channel excess rainwater directly into the Badshahpur drain—a vital measure aimed at preventing urban flooding and traffic gridlocks during peak rain.Deputy Commissioner Ajay Kumar, who inspected the site on Monday, underscored the urgency of completing the drain within the next 10 days. “This is a major breakthrough in our climate-resilient urban infrastructure strategy. Once operational, this drain will significantly mitigate waterlogging and traffic disruptions along the expressway,” he said.

The ongoing work represents a strategic shift from the temporary system previously in use, where water was manually pumped through pipes to the Badshahpur drain near Hero Honda Chowk. The open drainage channel promises a permanent solution, designed to handle high water volumes and reduce pressure on existing pumping infrastructure.This section of NH-48 has long been a flashpoint during heavy rain, with severe waterlogging at Narsinghpur causing massive vehicular delays and raising concerns about commuter safety. The area has become emblematic of the challenges faced by rapidly urbanising regions where stormwater infrastructure has failed to keep pace with growth.

Key to this initiative was resolving a long-standing land bottleneck. A six-metre-wide strip required for the drain was jointly owned by private individuals and the Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (HSIIDC). After weeks of negotiations, HSIIDC consented to release its portion, while a private landowner also gave the green light following high-level intervention. “A month of groundwork and stakeholder meetings paid off,” Kumar said. “With all encumbrances removed, we are now in a race against time to complete the project before the monsoon peaks.”

To facilitate unhindered progress, GMDA also launched a major demolition drive in Narsinghpur and neighbouring Mohammadpur villages to clear remaining encroachments. A duty magistrate has been appointed to ensure lawful execution of the operations.On Monday, GMDA CEO Shyamal Mishra visited the site, reinforcing administrative oversight and urging enforcement teams to maintain momentum. The development comes in response to a recent communication from NHAI Chairman Santosh Yadav, who asked the state to take immediate steps to address NH-48 waterlogging before monsoon impact escalates.

According to GMDA engineers, the new drain will integrate seamlessly into the existing Badshahpur system and is designed to function even under high-intensity rainfall conditions. “This is not just a local fix. It is part of a broader effort to future-proof Gurugram’s stormwater network through better planning and on-ground execution,” said Vikram Singh, Executive Engineer, GMDA.Environmental advocates have cautiously welcomed the project, while urging authorities to implement eco-friendly drainage solutions and avoid further concretisation. Many see this as a test case for inter-agency coordination and sustainable infrastructure delivery.

As Gurugram inches closer to the monsoon season, the success or failure of this project could well shape the city’s long-term resilience strategy. For now, with excavators humming and officials on-site, the city appears determined to avoid another season of knee-deep gridlock and climate distress.

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Gurugram races to drain flood risk from NH48
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