Delhi CM pulls up officials during inspection in Azadpur, directs steps to reduce waterlogging

NEW DELHI: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday inspected areas near Azadpur in north Delhi and reprimanded officials after finding open drains and a lack of cleanliness.

During the inspection, Gupta was accompanied by officials from the Delhi Metro, the Public Works Department and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi.

"For the people of Delhi, we are developing better infrastructure and facilities according to their needs," Gupta said, adding that new development works have been initiated even in areas neglected for years.

The chief minister directed PWD to undertake a comprehensive reconstruction of the drainage system in Azadpur, Adarsh Nagar and Tripolia Chowk under the new Drainage master plan.

Gupta emphasised that all works must adhere to "three non-negotiables - transparency, strict timelines and uncompromised quality - to ensure that citizens receive intended benefits without delay."

"At Azadpur Chowk, CM assessed the strength and quality of pillars and expressed strong concern over any shortcomings. She directed that footpaths affected by pillar construction must be restored immediately to their original condition once work is completed, reiterating that inconvenience to the public is unacceptable," a statement from the chief minister office said.

Gupta further instructed that proper drainage arrangements at construction sites must be ensured to prevent water accumulation, and that agencies must maintain close coordination particularly with the PWD to deliver projects with full transparency and within stipulated deadlines.

She underlined that there will be "zero compromise" on safety standards, construction quality and site hygiene.

The chief minister instructed the departments concerned to complete all work with full transparency, within the timeline and without compromising on quality.

During the review of the construction work at Azadpur Metro station, the chief minister gave necessary instructions to the concerned officials regarding cleanliness, garbage collection, and better management, the statement added.