City Mayor Saurabh Joshi conducts ground visit at PEC–Nayagaon barrier, orders immediate action to tackle traffic chaos and encroachments
Chandigarh, March 9:- Responding promptly to the concerns raised by local Naygaon residents led by local BJP unit, Chandigarh Mayor Sh. Saurabh Joshi conducted a comprehensive ground visit at the PEC–Nayagaon Barrier near Rajindra Park Road to review the persistent problem of traffic congestion caused by illegal encroachments by street vendors.
The Mayor’s visit was warmly welcomed by the Naygaon BJP leaders who appreciated the initiative and stated that it was the first time the City Mayor personally reached the spot to listen to their grievances and assess the situation at ground level.
The Mayor was accompanied by Nayagaon Municipal councilors, residents, State Media Head BJP Punjab Vineet Joshi, senior officers of the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh, officials from the Police Department, Engineering Wing of the Chandigarh Administration and the Enforcement Superintendent.
During the inspection, the Mayor took serious note of the traffic bottlenecks and directed the police authorities to prepare and implement an immediate short-term action plan for deploying adequate police personnel to regulate traffic during peak hours.
At the same time, the enforcement teams of the Municipal Corporation were instructed to intensify regular inspections in the area and take strict action to remove illegal street vendors causing encroachments and obstruction to traffic.
The Engineering Wing was further directed to prepare a plan for the development of a dedicated pedestrian footpath and cycle track along Rajindra Park Road adjoining the Nayagaon side towards Village Khudda Alisher, ensuring safe movement for pedestrians and cyclists.
During the interaction, Mandal President BJP Nayagaon Bhupinder Bhuppi along with Councilors Pramod, Babloo Kori and ex Councilor Surinder Kaushih Babbal, informed the Mayor that only 5 to 10 vendors in the area possess valid licenses, whereas nearly 100 vendors are operating illegally on a regular basis, leading to severe congestion and inconvenience for commuters.
Taking immediate cognizance of the matter, the Mayor directed all concerned departments to initiate prompt action in accordance with the instructions issued during the visit. He further stated that the progress of these directions will be reviewed personally next week to ensure effective implementation and lasting relief to the residents and commuters.
The Mayor reaffirmed the commitment of the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh towards responsive governance and ensuring smooth traffic movement, planned vending and pedestrian-friendly infrastructure in the city.
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Evening Water Supply at low pressure on 10th &11th March
*Chandigarh, March 9:*Due to urgent repair and replacement of 1200 mm dia PSC pipeline (Phase-III) with spiral welded MS pipeline in the reach at Chhoti Madauli, Rurkee Pukhta, a shutdown has been approved by the competent authority from 10.03.2026 to 11.03.2026 for 48 hours.
During this period, there will be no pumping of raw water from Phase-III (Kajuali) to Water Works, Sector-39, Chandigarh. Consequently, the water supply schedule in Chandigarh will be affected as per the following details:
10.03.2026
Morning Supply: 3:30 AM to 9:00 AM – Water supply at full pressure
Evening Supply: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM – Water supply at low pressure
In the rest of the city, there will be no water supply in the areas including Sector 1 to 12, Kaimbwala, Sector 14 to 18, Sector 21-A, 22 A &B, Sector 23, 24, 25, PGI, Water Works Colony Sector-39, Sanehlya and Maloya Colony.
11.03.2026
Morning Supply: 3:30 AM to 9:00 AM – Water supply at full pressure
Evening Supply: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM – Water supply at low pressure
Residents are requested to store sufficient water in advance and cooperate with the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh during the shutdown period.