Residents of Manesar's Sector 79 Raise Alarm Over Poor Infrastructure and Pollution
Concern for Gurugram: Locals flag dust, potholes woes in Manesar’s Sec 79

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Residents of Sector 79 in Manesar, Haryana, India, are voicing concerns over inadequate civic infrastructure, severe dust pollution, and pothole-ridden roads. Despite complaints to local authorities, issues like broken roads, non-functional streetlights, and poor sanitation persist, significantly affecting the quality of life in the area.
- 01Residents report that construction activities are poorly managed, leading to excessive dust pollution and respiratory issues, especially among children and the elderly.
- 02A tender of ₹31.02 crore has been issued for laying sewer lines over a 10.5 km stretch to improve sanitation in the area.
- 03Residents are facing severe electricity shortages, forcing them to rely on private water tankers and diesel generators, which are financially burdensome.
- 04Streetlights remain largely non-functional, with 90% of lights between Mapsko Mount Ville and Naurangpur village reported as broken.
- 05Local authorities are planning to install 5,000 new streetlights at a budget of ₹7.5 crore to enhance safety.
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Sector 79 in Manesar, Haryana, is experiencing rapid growth but is plagued by significant infrastructural issues, according to local residents. Complaints about severe dust pollution, broken roads, and inadequate sanitation services have been rampant. Residents allege that construction activities are poorly regulated, contributing to dust pollution and respiratory problems, particularly affecting vulnerable groups like children and the elderly. Despite repeated complaints to the Haryana State Pollution Control Board and the Municipal Corporation of Manesar (MCM), enforcement has been minimal. The lack of a comprehensive sewerage network has led to reliance on makeshift sewage arrangements, raising environmental concerns.
Road conditions are deteriorating, with potholes posing safety risks for commuters, especially school buses and elderly residents. The MCM has floated a ₹31.02 crore tender for sewer line installation, and plans are underway for road repairs. Additionally, 90% of streetlights in critical areas remain non-functional, prompting safety fears at night. Plans to install 5,000 new streetlights are in the pipeline, with a budget of ₹7.5 crore. Residents are also facing electricity shortages, leading to reliance on private water tankers and diesel generators, which are costly and environmentally harmful.
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The poor infrastructure and pollution in Sector 79 are affecting residents' health and safety, leading to increased reliance on costly private services.
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