Chandigarh, January 7 — Haryana Public Works and Public Health Engineering Minister Ranbir Gangwa on Wednesday said that the government’s priority is to ensure uniform standards in road and building construction across the state and to establish the Public Works Department (PWD) as a strong and credible brand. He directed officials to work with proper planning so that citizens do not face inconvenience and their issues are resolved promptly.
Chairing a review meeting of the Public Works Department at Haryana Niwas, the minister reviewed the progress of road-related works for 2024–25 and 2025–26, including road markings, proposed model roads, and major building and road projects.
During the meeting, officials informed the minister that in several cases projects were being delayed because single contractors had taken up multiple works simultaneously. Taking a strict view, Gangwa directed action against agencies that failed to complete projects even within one year. He specifically ordered the blacklisting of such agencies operating in Thanesar and Gurugram. He clarified that while taking multiple tenders is not against the rules, all works must be completed within the stipulated timeline. Any delay or negligence would invite strict action, as the burden of contractors’ inefficiency should not fall on the public.
The minister also instructed that financial closure should be ensured within three months of the completion of any project so that agencies do not face payment-related issues. He stressed that delays in road construction and repair works are unacceptable and must be closely monitored by officers.
Gangwa further directed that teams from headquarters should conduct regular inspections to check the quality of work and ensure there is no compromise on standards.
He asked officials to keep a close watch on tenders involving multiple mines, ensure timely repairs of badly damaged roads until new ones are constructed, and regularly monitor roads under the Defect Liability Period (DLP). It was informed that Haryana has a total road network of about 30,440 kilometres, of which 16,435 kilometres fall under the DLP, while 6,019 kilometres are outside its ambit. The minister directed that all deteriorated roads must be kept functional through patchwork and pothole repairs until new construction is undertaken, so that the public does not face difficulties.
He also instructed officials to review complaints received through the ‘Mhāri Sadak’ app on a daily basis and ensure their timely resolution. Officers were asked to personally monitor the app and respond to complaints within the prescribed timeframe.
Emphasis was also laid on ensuring the presence of field staff, especially beldars, at work sites. Instructions were issued to take action against employees found absent from duty. Officials were directed to regularly update progress reports of each project based on percentage completion.
During the meeting, officials informed that modern patch vans equipped with advanced machinery will soon be introduced in the state, with work underway by the department’s mechanical wing. The department has already received 28 new road rollers, while the remaining 28 are expected to be delivered soon. Reports related to the electrical and horticulture wings were also presented before the minister.
Discussions were also held on the development of model roads in each district. Officials shared the current status of 11 model roads and informed that roads have been identified for developing 23 more model roads next year. These roads will be developed keeping in view traffic management, lighting, drainage, and other essential aspects. Headquarters teams will continue to closely monitor all ongoing projects, with officers conducting regular field inspections.
Senior officials, including Additional Secretary Hitesh Kumar Meena, Engineer-in-Chief Rajiv Yadav, and Anil Dahiya, were present during the meeting.
