Archive · 30 May 2025
Gurgaon’s Model Road Faces Challenges Despite Streetscaping Efforts
Imagine a busy road called MG Road in Gurgaon that's trying to become more friendly for people walking and riding bikes.
The government spent a lot of money to make it better, with wider walkways and bike lanes.
However, even though the project is almost done, it's not working as planned.
People are parking where they shouldn't, vendors are selling on the sidewalks, and trash is piling up.
This is making it hard for people to walk safely and enjoy the improvements.
Even though the authorities are trying to fix it, the road still has a long way to go to be the nice, safe place it was meant to be.
MG Road's streetscaping project, aimed at improving pedestrian and commuter experience, is nearing completion four years after conception.
The project includes wider footpaths, cycle tracks, and green belts, but faces challenges.
Footpaths are obstructed by vendors and parking, hindering pedestrian movement.
Open garbage dumping and traffic congestion remain persistent issues.
The project, initially planned to finish in 2023, has seen multiple deadline extensions.
- Who
- The GMDA and MCG are involved in the streetscaping project.
- What
- A streetscaping project on MG Road meant to enhance pedestrian and commuter experience.
- When
- The project began in 2021, with ongoing delays.
- Where
- MG Road in Gurgaon
- Why
- To make MG Road more pedestrian- and commuter-friendly.
- MG Road Project Length
- 2.5km
- MG Road Project Cost
- Rs 11.3 crore
- Streetlights Installed
- 200 out of 250
- Project Deadline
- June
- Contract Awarded
- April 2023
- Initial Tender
- 2021