MCG begins work to restore 650+ non-functional streetlights in Gurugram

The civic body will repair 350 lights on central verges and at least 300 along footpaths, with work expected to take five to six months.

Published on: Sep 20, 2026, 07:37:00 IST

By Mihika Shah

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The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has begun the process to repair and restore more than 650 non-functional streetlights along central verges and footpaths across the city, with the work expected to be completed within five to six months of awarding the contracts, officials said.

Officials said 350 streetlights will be repaired on central verges and at least 300 along footpaths. The civic body is currently processing tenders for the work and will also identify damaged cables and faulty electrical wiring.

Areas where footpath streetlights will be repaired or replaced include sectors in Old Gurugram, sectors 23, 23A, 46, 56, 57, near Khushboo Chowk and other areas. The move follows repeated complaints from pedestrians over non-functional streetlights and concerns about safety.

Sachin Yadav, executive engineer (electrical), said a survey was conducted and locations were identified after inspections and complaints from residents.

“We are also replacing and installing park lights in the parks under our jurisdiction. The work will be completed in the next five to six months,” he said.

Yadav added that the work order has been issued and work has already begun.

On May 7, HT reported that MCG would introduce a mobile app-based system to operate and monitor streetlights across Gurugram. Officials said phase 1 has now been rolled out, under which around 20,000 streetlights across colonies, old residential areas and villages, particularly those mounted on walls, rooftops or electricity poles, will be integrated with a centralised control monitoring system (CCMS).

The system will use control panels connected to a mobile application to allow authorities to remotely switch lights on or off and monitor them in real time. Automatic alerts will notify officials when a streetlight malfunctions or fails to turn on, enabling quicker repairs, officials said.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Mihika Shah
Mihika Shah is a Correspondent of the Gurugram bureau at the Hindustan Times, where she covers civic issues, residents' grievances, education and culture and art. She joined the Gurugram bureau in 2025, and has done her graduation from Delhi University followed by specialisation in Integrated Multimedia Journalism from the Asian College of Journalism (ACJ) in Chennai. While growing up, Mihika always aspired to be a journalist. She believes that journalism demands both passion and compassion. She thrives on breaking exclusive stories and covering issues which are often overlooked. Through her on-ground reporting, she seeks to understand Gurugram as a city beyond its high-rises and glass towers. She believes the best stories emerge from persistent reporting and looking beyond the obvious. Her reporting focuses on issues that directly impact everyday life, with an emphasis on public infrastructure and community concerns. She strives to bring observational depth to her reportage. She also manages the weekly column called Concern for Gurugram, which is published every Wednesday. She is a team player who values open communication and ideas. Her native place is Uttarakhand and her connection to mountains also draws her to stories on the environment. Beyond news reporting, Mihika loves talking and writing about cinema and pop culture. She also likes to travel and explore new places and cuisine.Read More

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