Rajiv Nagar Road Closure Sparks Protest as Residents Demand Action on Drainage, Water and Sanitation
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Residents of Rajiv Nagar in Ahmedabad’s Ramol-Hathijan ward protested at the Corporation office over a road closure, drainage, water supply and sanitation problems.
Road Closure Forces 1 Km Detour
Residents alleged that a road used by locals for years was closed after a final plot was allocated to a builder.
The closure has reportedly forced people living in the area to take a detour of around one kilometre to reach their homes.
Locals said the disruption is particularly difficult for women, children and elderly residents. They also raised concerns about access for emergency services, including 108 ambulances and fire brigade vehicles.
Residents Raise Drainage and Water Complaints
The protest also focused on longstanding civic problems in Rajiv Nagar.
Residents complained about inadequate drainage and wastewater disposal facilities in several parts of the area. They also sought permanent solutions to damaged internal roads, accumulated garbage and poor sanitation.
Water supply problems were also raised during the protest, with residents demanding action from the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation.
The protesters raised slogans against the BJP at the Corporation office while seeking immediate intervention on the civic issues.
Action Sought Against More Than 40 Dyeing Units
Residents also alleged that more than 40 illegal dyeing units are operating in the Ramol-Hathijan area.
They claimed that chemically contaminated wastewater discharged from these units could affect the surrounding environment and residents.
The protesters have demanded an investigation into the units, legal action against those found operating illegally and closure of units found to be violating regulations.
Written Representation Submitted to AMC
A written representation was submitted to the Deputy Municipal Commissioner of the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation’s East Zone.
Rajesh T., General Secretary of the Gujarat Pradesh Congress Committee, submitted the representation seeking a practical solution to the road-access issue.
The representation also called for action on drainage, water supply, internal roads and sanitation, along with measures to address the allegations concerning dyeing units.
