MCG Misses January Deadline To Make 27 Roads Dust-Free In Gurugram

25 Feb 2026 CW Team

Officials attributed the delay to a combination of logistical challenges, contractor mobilisation issues and intermittent adverse weather, which affected material supply and on-site operations. Residents and businesses in affected localities reported continued inconvenience, with complaints about visibility, dust accumulation and damage to small vehicles. Civic groups urged the corporation to publish a clear timeline and increase accountability for contractors handling the projects.

MCG indicated that it would prioritise critical stretches and deploy additional teams to accelerate remedial work, including temporary dust suppression measures until permanent surfaces are completed. The corporation is reported to be revising procurement timelines and coordinating with utility agencies to reduce repetitive excavation that has contributed to prolonged exposure. Officials also planned enhanced monitoring of contractor performance and progress reporting to ward offices. The corporation expects that concentrated deployment will reduce completion timeframes on priority stretches.

Observers said timely completion would be essential ahead of seasonal increases in pollution and construction activity, and called for transparent public updates to restore trust. The corporation plans to finalise a firm completion schedule and to communicate milestones to residents through local channels. Continued civic engagement and oversight are expected to remain central to ensuring that the remaining works meet environmental and service standards. Environmental groups highlighted the health implications and sought regular air quality monitoring until works conclude.

The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) missed a January deadline to make 27 roads in Gurugram dust-free, leaving several arterial routes unfinished as the city entered the new year. The missed target has prolonged dust and debris exposure for commuters and nearby residents and raised concerns about local air quality. MCG acknowledged the slippage and said work on the listed roads remains in progress under revised schedules. Local reporting and resident feedback intensified pressure on civic authorities to deliver promptly. Officials attributed the delay to a combination of logistical challenges, contractor mobilisation issues and intermittent adverse weather, which affected material supply and on-site operations. Residents and businesses in affected localities reported continued inconvenience, with complaints about visibility, dust accumulation and damage to small vehicles. Civic groups urged the corporation to publish a clear timeline and increase accountability for contractors handling the projects. MCG indicated that it would prioritise critical stretches and deploy additional teams to accelerate remedial work, including temporary dust suppression measures until permanent surfaces are completed. The corporation is reported to be revising procurement timelines and coordinating with utility agencies to reduce repetitive excavation that has contributed to prolonged exposure. Officials also planned enhanced monitoring of contractor performance and progress reporting to ward offices. The corporation expects that concentrated deployment will reduce completion timeframes on priority stretches. Observers said timely completion would be essential ahead of seasonal increases in pollution and construction activity, and called for transparent public updates to restore trust. The corporation plans to finalise a firm completion schedule and to communicate milestones to residents through local channels. Continued civic engagement and oversight are expected to remain central to ensuring that the remaining works meet environmental and service standards. Environmental groups highlighted the health implications and sought regular air quality monitoring until works conclude.

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