ENA Sectors 2024-06-27 13:00:55 <p><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Gurugram, Jun 27 (KNN)</strong> Recent mild showers have once again highlighted infrastructure challenges in Gurugram's industrial areas, with several locations experiencing waterlogging.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">In response, the Industrial Association has approached the Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (HSIIDC) to address these issues before the onset of monsoon season.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">JN Mangla, President, Gurgaon Industrial Association, stated, Even light precipitation causes significant disruption in our industrial zones.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">He added, The streets are in poor condition, and there is an urgent need for an improved drainage system and high-capacity pumps to mitigate potential flooding during the monsoon. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">A delegation of industrialists, led by Mangla, met with HSIIDC Deputy General Manager Arun Garg to discuss the waterlogging problem.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The group reported that rainfall not only impedes access to industrial units but also leads to flooding within the facilities, resulting in financial losses.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px"> Rainwater infiltration damages products, interrupts manufacturing processes, and creates difficulties for employees commuting to work, Mangla explained.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">He further highlighted, In some areas, electrical infrastructure is also compromised. This recurring annual issue requires a permanent solution.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">We have requested that HSIIDC upgrade our infrastructure to match that of Gurugram's Millennium City area, Mangla mentioned.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The Industrial Association has also called for the deployment of super-sucker machines to help prevent waterlogging during the monsoon season.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">HSIIDC officials have not yet commented on the association's requests. The situation underscores the ongoing challenges faced by Gurugram's industrial sector in maintaining operational efficiency during adverse weather conditions.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px"><em><strong>(KNN Bureau)</strong></em></span></p> 38369 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/sectors/gurugram-industrial-areas-face-waterlogging-concerns-after-pre-monsoon-rains 2024-06-27 13:00:55 knnindia.co.in