GURGAON: With intermittent rain continuing since July 5 and 75.3 mm of rainfall recorded over the last two days, the Gurgaon district administration has placed all departments on round-the-clock alert to prevent waterlogging and minimise disruption for commuters. Deputy Commissioner of Gurgaon Uttam Singh said officials from key departments have been directed to maintain continuous surveillance at vulnerable locations and respond immediately to complaints of flooding to keep traffic moving and ensure public safety during the ongoing monsoon. The administration has also urged people to avoid unnecessary travel. To strengthen the city’s flood response, the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) has stationed 32 high-capacity pumps equipped with generator sets at identified waterlogging-prone locations. “The backup power arrangement is intended to ensure uninterrupted pumping even during electricity outages,” Singh said. The administration said drainage teams are monitoring stormwater networks across the city, and technical support is being deployed wherever required to clear water quickly. Residents have been advised to avoid unnecessary travel during periods of heavy rain and to report waterlogging or emergency situations immediately through the GMDA helpline so that response teams can be dispatched without delay. The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has also activated its monsoon preparedness plan. According to the administration, 28 old ponds have been revived to improve rainwater storage and reduce runoff on city roads. The civic body has also deployed 84 suction tankers and 32 JCB machines for emergency dewatering operations and the removal of blockages. Officials said senior officers are conducting field inspections and reviewing the situation regularly, with additional manpower and equipment being mobilised wherever required as the monsoon progresses. The administration has appealed to residents to remain cautious and cooperate with authorities by promptly reporting flooding or drainage issues.
