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Abhishek Behl

Abhishek Behl

Abhishek Behl is principal correspondent, Hindustan Times in Gurgaon Bureau. He covers infrastructure, planning and civic agencies in the city. He has been covering Gurgaon as correspondent for the last 10 years, and has written extensively on the city.

Articles by Abhishek Behl

GMDA told to deploy QRTs, stay on high alert for monsoon flooding

GMDA told to deploy QRTs, stay on high alert for monsoon flooding

Updated on Apr 30, 2026 01:24 IST

HSVP razes 100 shanties at Sector 10 auto market for Metro yard

Drive targets land earmarked for casting yard; officials warn of action on re-encroachment, remove shops, nurseries and stalls in multiple sectors. (Parveen Kumar/HT)

Updated on Apr 30, 2026 01:13 IST

Gurugram: Builders told to hand over flat, pay interest by HRERA

Gurugram: Builders told to hand over flat, pay interest by HRERA

Updated on Apr 29, 2026 02:16 IST

After HC nod, HSVP to launch demolition drive across Gurugram today

After HC nod, HSVP to launch demolition drive across Gurugram today

Updated on Apr 29, 2026 02:10 IST

Haryana drafts new building code to allow EV charging in basements

Move comes after fire dept flagged basement chargers as unsafe; amendment aims to allow them with safeguards as EV adoption rises in Gurugram and beyond. (Shutterstock)

Updated on Apr 28, 2026 20:48 IST

GMDA chief inspects key Gurugram junctions, orders infra fixes

Inspections at Subhash, Rajiv and Mahavir chowks; focus on drainage, NMT corridors, traffic easing, waste removal and safety measures. (HT Photo)

Updated on Apr 28, 2026 04:21 IST

DTCP hires contractor to clear debris after Gurugram anti-encroachment drive

Drive covered 7,500 homes across 17 colonies; contractor hired for cleanup, while HSVP halts parallel action awaiting court directions. (HT)

Updated on Apr 28, 2026 03:47 IST

DLF clears debris in phases 1, 2 post DTCP anti-encroachment drive

Teams deployed to remove debris, clear right of way after anti-encroachment drive across 17 colonies where illegal structures were demolished. (HT)

Updated on Apr 26, 2026 01:04 IST

Demolition drive to be expanded to HSVP areas

The action comes following the recent five-day long demolition drive conducted by the department of town and country planning (DTCP). (Parveen Kumar/HT)

Updated on Apr 24, 2026 23:26 IST

HSVP to reopen Sector 43 banquet hall after six years, renovation underway

The banquet hall is built on a two-acre plot and includes a basement and dedicated parking. Around 15 to 20 residential societies are located nearby and the facility will be available for weddings and other social events (Representational image)

Updated on Apr 23, 2026 22:50 IST

DTCP clears 7,500 encroachments in five-day drive across 15 colonies

During a five-day demolition drive that concluded on Wednesday. (HT Photo)

Updated on Apr 23, 2026 22:44 IST

GMDA chief fixes accountability, makes engineers liable for site safety lapses

According to the order, all executive engineers are required to inspect construction projects under their jurisdiction and submit a certificate to the CEO confirming that adequate safety measures are in place. (Representational image)

Updated on Apr 23, 2026 22:16 IST

HSVP plans ₹27 crore college in Pataudi, DPR ready

HSVP plans <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>27 crore college in Pataudi, DPR ready

Updated on Apr 22, 2026 23:26 IST

DTCP anti-encroachment drive enters 4th day, targets pvt colonies

Eight teams act across DLF, Sushant Lok and others; grills, guard rooms removed as roads widened and public spaces reclaimed. (HT)

Updated on Apr 22, 2026 03:53 IST

GMDA seeks nod for culvert on NH-48 to fix Narsinghpur waterlogging

GMDA seeks nod for culvert on NH-48 to fix Narsinghpur waterlogging

Updated on Apr 22, 2026 03:47 IST

Work begins on state-run women’s hostel in Gurugram Sector 9

Estimated <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>25 crore project will accommodate 125 residents, adding capacity as city currently has just one govt-run working women hostel. (HT)

Updated on Apr 22, 2026 03:36 IST

Day 3: DTCP clears roads, greens of encroachments across Gurugram

Teams raze structures in Block-J, DLF Phase 2, near Krishana Park on Monday. (Parveen Kumar/HT)

Updated on Apr 20, 2026 22:50 IST

GMDA outlines ₹3,500 crore roadmap for roads, flyovers, water; seeks funds

Flyovers planned at Ambedkar, Dadi Sati, Bakhtawar Chowk and Millennium City Centre; road repairs from IFFCO Chowk to SPR also proposed. (Parveen Kumar/HT)

Updated on Apr 20, 2026 22:36 IST

DTCP clears encroachments from 700 homes, residents protest drive

Teams demolish ramps, guard rooms and sheds; residents raise safety concerns and question selective targeting of private colonies (Parveen Kumar/HT Photo)

Updated on Apr 20, 2026 11:53 IST

GMDA flags 72 trees on Gurugram roads as accident risks, seeks felling

Survey across 17 sector roads cites hazard from trees on carriageways; civic body plans 10x afforestation as compensation after removal (Parveen Kumar/HT)

Updated on Apr 19, 2026 22:44 IST

DTCP razes illegal structures across pvt Gurugram colonies in major drive

Highest violations found in DLF Phase 1; structures along key roads removed, including kiosks and illegal commercial extensions (HT )

Updated on Apr 18, 2026 22:10 IST

Eight DTCP teams to remove encroachments in 29 colonies from today

According to DTCP officials, eight teams have been constituted, along with support from police, for the drive starting from today.

Updated on Apr 17, 2026 23:16 IST

GMDA to explore the possibility of introducing Pod Taxi service in city

During a meeting with senior officials of Suzuki Motor Corporation and Glydways, a pod taxi developer, GMDA CEO PC Meena said the authority will assess the suitability of pod taxi system to enhance last-mile connectivity in Gurugram.

Updated on Apr 17, 2026 23:04 IST

Gurugram: HSVP’s land buy plan stalled by titles, litigation

Earlier in February this year, land procurement scheme was launched and the HSVP announced plans to develop new sectors across the state by acquiring approximately 160,000 acres of land.

Updated on Apr 16, 2026 23:02 IST

GMDA plans another flyover on multi-utility corridor connecting Manesar and Dwarka e-way

According to officials, they will prepare a feasibility study and a detailed project report for the proposed flyover within the next three months and submit them for the authority’s approval (Parveen Kumar/HT)

Updated on Apr 16, 2026 22:44 IST

GMDA to build four lane flyover over railway track near Dwarka expressway

Currently, traffic is severely affected as the railway crossing remains closed due to train movement. (Parveen Kumar/HT)

Updated on Apr 15, 2026 22:48 IST

DTCP survey identifies 12 illegal banquet halls, to face demolition

DTCP officials said that these halls are located in villages of Lohaka, Pahari, Gadaipur, Kherla, Hussainka, Khalilpur, Abheypur, Nanukalan, two in Mahenderwara, and two in Jatola.

Updated on Apr 15, 2026 22:46 IST

Gurugram to plug sewage discharge into drains to cut Yamuna pollution

The Badshahpur Drain connecting from Ghata to the Najafgarh Drain via Gadoli Khurd near Sector 37. (Parveen Kumar/HT)

Updated on Apr 15, 2026 24:49 IST

GMDA floats ₹1.08 crore tender to desilt key Gurugram storm drain

GMDA floats <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1.08 crore tender to desilt key Gurugram storm drain

Updated on Apr 14, 2026 01:23 IST

NCRTC seeks 55,000 sq m land, flags fuel station hurdles in Gurugram

Two petrol pumps and a CNG station between IFFCO and Rajiv Chowk fall in alignment; NCRTC seeks faster land transfer to begin execution. (Parveen Kumar/HT)

Updated on Apr 12, 2026 22:44 IST

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