Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma Enforces Accountability with PWD Engineer Suspension

During field inspections, Verma highlights systemic failures in drainage management and vows strict reforms to improve Delhi’s crumbling infrastructure.

• Delhi PWD Minister Parvesh Verma suspended an executive engineer for negligence in cleaning and desilting drains in Patparganj and Akshardham areas.
• Verma criticized the state of Delhi’s drainage system, citing a decade of neglect, and emphasized the need for improved wastewater management and drain capacity.
• Plans were announced for weekly work reports and personal inspections of sewage treatment plants to ensure proper wastewater treatment before it flows into the Yamuna River.
• The BJP government has intensified field inspections to enforce accountability and address longstanding infrastructure issues, with Verma warning officials against laxity.
• Political tensions have escalated as AAP accused the BJP of abusing officers and demanding commissions, allegations denied by BJP leaders who threatened legal action.

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