MC initiates infra upgrade project worth Rs 20 lakh to resolve sewer blockage

The project was inaugurated by Gabi in the presence of senior citizens and local residents through traditional rituals.

Gabi highlighted that the residents of areas near Gurdwara Sahib, Sector 46-D, and sectors 45-A and 45-D, had been grappling with frequent sewer blockages due to damaged or compressed pipelines.

Determined to resolve the issue, Gabi said that he approached municipal authorities and tabled a special agenda item to secure project approval. He, however, alleged that despite his persistent efforts, some officials had previously withheld the file related to the sewer upgrade.

However, following a house meeting where the matter was raised before Municipal Commissioner Amit Kumar and Chief Engineer Sanjay Arora, prompt action was taken and the necessary budget was sanctioned.

Councillor Gabi expressed gratitude to the Municipal Commissioner and Chief Engineer for their cooperation, and announced that the damaged sewer lines in sectors 45-A and 45-D are now being replaced.

In Sector 45-D, a major redesign is underway in which the sewer line passing through the rehri market is being disconnected from the residential area and reconnected to the main sewer line — aimed at eliminating future blockages.

Moreover, new grease chambers are being constructed near Gurdwara Sahib in Sector 46-D to prevent the recurrence of sewer clogs.