Sector‑72 Water Supply Project Faces Setback Over Pipeline Leaks

Gurugram’s ambitious plan to bring a steady flow of drinking water to the rapidly expanding Sector 72 hit an unexpected snag this week. While a team of GMDAS engineers was carrying out routine checks, they stumbled upon a surprising number of faults – about twenty leaks – running along the length of the master pipeline.

These aren't just tiny pinpricks; the leaks are spread across several kilometres of the main line, meaning the repair work is going to be more involved than the officials initially thought. As a result, the projected completion date, which had been slated for early next month, has now been pushed back by several weeks.

For the residents of Sector 72, the delay is more than an inconvenience. The area, home to roughly 30,000 families, has been waiting anxiously for a reliable water supply after years of dependence on tankers and erratic pipe networks. "We were hoping the new system would be up and running soon, especially with the summer heat," said one local homeowner, who asked not to be named.

The municipal authority, GMDAS, has already instructed the contractor to seal the identified breaches and conduct a thorough integrity test before any further work proceeds. The contractor, a private firm with a track record of large‑scale water projects, has pledged to mobilise additional crews and machinery to speed up the repairs.

While the setback is disappointing, officials remain confident that the project will eventually meet its original goals. The sector‑72 water supply system, once operational, is expected to serve over 30,000 households, providing a more consistent and safer water source than the ad‑hoc arrangements many currently endure.

In the meantime, the municipal body has assured residents that temporary water tankers will continue to operate, and that regular updates will be shared as the repair work progresses.