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Malviya Nagar Residents Face Infrastructure Challenges Amid Political Struggles

Malviya Nagar Residents Face Infrastructure Challenges Amid Political Struggles

Malviya Nagar, an eclectic locality in New Delhi, represents the juxtaposition of the city’s historical heritage and its contemporary aspirations. Nestled between Mughal-era monuments like the tomb of Sheikh Kabiruddin Auliya and modern establishments such as the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi and chic commercial centres, the constituency finds itself caught in a battle between the past and the present. Despite visible progress, several infrastructural problems continue to plague its residents.

In the upmarket areas as well as in older localities, common complaints of residents point to issues such as water supply shortages, overflowing sewage, public space encroachments, crammed roads, and heightened crime, particularly affecting senior citizens. These persistent issues remain despite the city’s efforts to modernise.

Chandan Kumar Yadav, a 36-year-old teashop owner in Hauz Khas, feels that the area has seen substantial civic improvements. He mentioned that local services such as schools, hospitals, and roads are functioning well, and that AAP’s promise of free power and water has been largely delivered. However, he also noted a significant problem – the lack of parking spaces, which has been exacerbated by growing urbanisation. For Neelam Verma, a 33-year-old resident of Hauz Rani, the rapid influx of students and young professionals into the locality, attracted by affordable housing and proximity to metro stations, has led to overcrowding. She observed that while the population has increased significantly over the past decade, the infrastructure has not kept up, creating multiple challenges for residents.

The constituency, which houses three municipal wards – Malviya Nagar, Hauz Khas, and Green Park – includes a blend of service sector employees, business families, and migrants from states like Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Haryana. Yet, not all areas in Malviya Nagar are equally developed. Some localities, such as Khirki, Savitri Nagar, and Arjun Nagar, continue to struggle with poor infrastructure compared to the more affluent areas of Hauz Khas or Safdarjung Enclave. Despite these issues, the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) continues to claim that substantial efforts have been made to improve civic amenities. Incumbent MLA Somnath Bharti defended the party’s progress, attributing any delays to interference by the BJP and its control over the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) for several years. Bharti asserted that improvements have been made in water supply, sewage lines, and waste management, despite external hindrances.

On the other hand, Bharti’s political opponent, Satish Upadhyay from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has vowed to implement “transformative initiatives” if elected. At his campaign office in Green Park, Upadhyay promised clean drinking water through the Har Ghar Jal scheme, the development of smart streets, and the construction of multilevel parking to tackle congestion. He also pledged to improve waste management, ensure pothole-free roads, and enhance security with CCTV installations and women-friendly public spaces. Additionally, Upadhyay advocated for the revival of parks and sports complexes, alongside a proposal for underground wiring to improve the aesthetics and safety of the area. The ongoing tug-of-war between AAP and BJP highlights the differing priorities for Malviya Nagar’s future, but one thing remains clear: residents are in dire need of a balanced approach to urban development that addresses both basic civic amenities and the fast-paced growth of the area. While Malviya Nagar’s rich blend of history and modernity makes it one of the more interesting localities in New Delhi, the gap between progress and infrastructure needs continues to affect the quality of life for its residents. The upcoming election could prove pivotal in shaping the future of this dynamic constituency.

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