Gurugram RWAs protest against construction of fourth floor, cite burden on infrastructure

Representatives of several Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) and citizen groups have expressed strong opposition to the construction of stilt-plus-four floors in Gurugram. The residents claim that the new policy will put additional burden on the already crippled infrastructure of the city and will cause an imbalance in the ecosystem. The RWAs have demanded a complete ban on stilt-plus-four floors and highlighted the problem faced by them due to the increased floor area ratio (FAR).

Gurugram is a rapidly growing satellite city of Delhi that has seen exponential growth in recent years. With several multinational companies setting up their operations in the city, it has become one of the top commercial hubs of India. However, the unbridled growth has also led to an overburdened infrastructure that is struggling to keep up with the pace of development.

According to a report by the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), Gurugram is among the top three cities in India with the worst air quality. The city is also facing a water crisis, with the water table depleting rapidly. The traffic congestion in the city is also a major concern, with people spending hours on the roads due to the lack of public transport and proper road infrastructure.

The construction of stilt-plus-four floors is expected to further exacerbate the existing problems. These structures require more electricity, water, and sewage management, which the current infrastructure is not equipped to handle. The residents fear that the new construction will only add to the already overburdened infrastructure, leading to a further decline in the quality of life.

In an interview captured by ET Realty, JP Dahiya, RWA president of Sector 23A (west zone), said, "The government policy of stilt-plus-four floors on residential plots, which were initially planned for two and a half floors of construction, is a breach of the residents' trust, who have opted for a clean environment. Low height houses are deprived of free flow of air and sunlight because of multi-story buildings. This is against the interest of residents, and we will take up this matter with the government."

In February this year, the state government kept the fresh building plan of stilt-plus-four floors in residential plots in abeyance. Some applications remained pending while some had to wait for approvals. Subsequently, in March, the government constituted an expert committee to examine the issues pertaining to construction of stilt-plus-four floors and recommend future course of action in the matter.

The residents are hopeful that the government will take their concerns into consideration and take the necessary steps to address the infrastructure problems. Gurugram needs a well-planned and sustainable development strategy that considers the needs of the residents and the environment. Only then can it truly become a city that is not just economically prosperous but also offers a good quality of life to its citizens.

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