Dwarka e‑Way Service Lane Stalls in Gurugram Over Unmoved Electric Poles

Gurugram’s much‑anticipated service lane on the Dwarka e‑Way, a stretch that promises smoother traffic flow and easier access for commuters, has run into an avoidable hiccup. The project, originally slated to wrap up by early June, is now dragging its heels because 25 electric poles remain anchored in the way.

Officials from the city’s municipal department say the poles belong to the local electricity board and were earmarked for relocation months ago. Yet, due to a mix‑up in coordination and a shortage of crew availability, the poles are still standing where the new lane is supposed to roll out.

"We had sent multiple notices, but the actual on‑ground work hasn’t kicked in," a senior engineer, who asked to stay anonymous, told reporters. "Every day the lane stays incomplete adds to congestion on the main carriageway, especially during peak hours."

The delay is not just an inconvenience for daily commuters; it also throws a wrench into the broader plan to integrate the service lane with the Delhi‑Mumbai Expressway network. Transport planners had envisioned the lane as a crucial feeder route, easing the load on the adjoining national highway and cutting down travel times for freight trucks.

Meanwhile, local residents are voicing frustration. "We were promised smoother rides and fewer jams," says Sunita Verma, who lives near the construction zone. "Now we’re stuck with the same old traffic, and the construction site just sits there, half‑finished."

Authorities say they are pushing for a quick resolution. The electricity board has been asked to mobilise a dedicated team, and the municipal corporation is preparing a fast‑track approval to clear any bureaucratic bottlenecks. If the poles are shifted by the end of the month, engineers hope the lane can be completed within the next two weeks.

Until then, commuters will have to navigate the existing congestion, and the city’s push for faster infrastructure development will remain under a cloud of delay.