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Project delayed: Municipal Corporation seeks status report
Three projects of the Ludhiana Smart City Mission belonging to the Public Works Department (PWD) are delayed until 2021. Concerned about three projects that went beyond schedule, the Municipal Commissioner (MC) is asking authorities to provide an explanation. These developments are expected to cost Rs. 0.32 million.
PWD was tasked with carrying out the three projects, which included the construction of a classroom each in two schools and a multipurpose sports hall in a third school. The projects were supposed to be completed by 2022, but this year they missed another deadline on Mar..
Kerala Road Fund Board initiates smart road tarring phase
The Kerala Road Fund Board (KRFB) announced that the first phase of tarring the Killipalam-Attakulangara road, part of the Smart City project, has commenced. They stated that the road formation works, ductworks, including the shifting of utilities underground, have been completed. They mentioned that despite facing challenges such as waterlogging and soil structure, efforts are being made to finish the tasks as soon as possible. It was noted that this particular stretch requires a proper drainage system due to its susceptibility to waterlogging during rainy seasons, and work on this aspect is ..
Delhi Lt Governor approves Ring Road Footbridge
It was announced that Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena had approved a project for the construction of a footover bridge in front of the Gurudwara Majnu Ka Tila crossing on the Ring Road. The statement mentioned that the bridge would alleviate the "chronic" traffic congestion at that spot. It was stated in the statement that the Lt Governor had given clearance for the construction of the footover bridge (FOB) in front of the Gurudwara Majnu Ka Tila crossing on the Ring Road on Delhi Development Authority (DDA) land.
The statement further indicated that the land earmarked for construc..
GMC Invests Rs.580 Mn in Road Dust Machines
The Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC) has allocated ?580 million to acquire two additional machines aimed at sweeping road dust. This investment underscores GMC's commitment to improving cleanliness and air quality in the city.
The newly procured machines are part of GMC's efforts to enhance its fleet of equipment dedicated to road cleaning activities. With the purchase of these machines, GMC aims to intensify its efforts in addressing dust pollution, a significant concern for residents and commuters in Guwahati.
The machines are equipped with advanced technology designed to e..
GMC Invests Rs.580 Mn in Road Dust Machines
Residents in Dehradun have raised questions and expressed scepticism regarding the proposed widening project for Sahastradhara Road. The project, aimed at widening the road to accommodate increased traffic, has faced criticism and scrutiny from local residents concerned about its potential impact on the environment and surrounding areas.
The Sahastradhara Road widening project has sparked debate among residents, with some questioning the necessity and feasibility of the initiative. Critics argue that widening the road may lead to the loss of trees, green spaces, and heritage structures ..
