In West Delhi’s Ward-111, the streets of Harphool Vihar and Jai Vihar in Baprola are facing serious waterlogging issues even after light rainfall these days. Unfinished roads and blocked drains have made life difficult for the residents. The condition is so bad that even before the monsoon begins, the roads are already filled with mud and water. Piles of rubbish and darkness in many lanes are making people feel unsafe. The public is constantly raising their concerns, but no one seems to be listening.
Particularly in Gali Number 10, which connects the Harphool Vihar drain to the colony and extends to Bajrang Chowk, the situation is even worse. This road is a main route for daily office-goers and rickshaw drivers, but it has now become so damaged that it is difficult to walk on. Due to the mud and potholes, rickshaws often overturn, injuring passengers. The previous government had started the road construction, but the work came to a halt when the new government took over. Residents are still hoping the roads will eventually be completed. This same road leads to the main road from the village, which is also incomplete. Because of the unfinished road, vehicles face great difficulty.
The road from Bhima Garden to G Block is also in a poor state. Even light rainfall leads to waterlogging. The road from Chhath Ghat Road to F and G Blocks hasn’t been constructed beyond the transformer for several days. Water and mud also collect in that area during the rains. The main road from Das Garden to Baprola village is under slow construction. Many roads in the area are poorly maintained, causing serious inconvenience to the public.
Sushil Dev, president of Panchkosi NGO, said that many lanes are so broken that even walking becomes difficult. Many drains are either completely blocked or filled with garbage. If they are not cleaned in time, the situation may worsen in the coming days. Garbage piles are visible in many places and are not being cleared properly. Street lights have not been working for months, but the authorities are not paying attention. People are also complaining about sewer and drinking water problems, but no solutions are in sight. The public is deeply dissatisfied with their elected representatives, which is concerning.
It’s to be noted that local representatives recently held a meeting about these issues and promised action, but no steps have been taken so far. The local RWA says that basic services such as roads, drains, electricity, and water are the rights of every citizen and should be a government priority. A local resident, S.K. Mandal, expressed concern that during the rainy season, water collects in the lane outside his house, increasing the risk of mosquitoes and disease. Even the foundation of his house is being affected. He has requested that, until a permanent solution is found, at least debris should be laid to provide some relief from the waterlogging. If action is not taken in time, the situation could become unbearable during the monsoon. People are hoping the government and administration will act swiftly and free them from these miserable conditions.
