Speaking to the cabinet minister, locals apprised him about the delays in garbage lifting, cleaning of major drains, road repairs, roadside encroachments, and poor sanitation services in a few lanes in the area.
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Heaps of garbage, clogged drains, and potholes in roads were among the list of civic and sanitation issues highlighted by residents of Delhi’s Laxmi Nagar during the inspection drive conducted by Delhi Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh on Wednesday.
Speaking to the cabinet minister, locals apprised him about the delays in garbage lifting, cleaning of major drains, road repairs, roadside encroachments, and poor sanitation services in a few lanes in the area.
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He assured them that the government is fully committed to eliminating such problems from the root and further strengthening every essential civic service for the people of Delhi.
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During the visit, Singh noted a heavy waste buildup inside a 15-foot-deep drain at Budh Marg, Fazalpur in Mandawali, and instructed officials from the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) and Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) to take immediate action. He directed that the drain be cleaned thoroughly within one week, instructing that any delay or negligence will be viewed strictly.
According to the officials from the department, the minister also evaluated dust-control measures and air-pollution mitigation actions across the locality. After assessing the ground situation, Singh instructed officials concerned to remove accumulated dust and conduct regular water sprinkling wherever required.
Appeasing the residents, Singh said, “The entire Cabinet is now regularly on the ground to listen to citizens and ensure timely solutions across the capital.” He further added that the Delhi government has been actively carrying out development works across the entire city, including the Laxmi Nagar and Pandav Nagar areas.
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