The Railway department has started the work of laying storm water pipes under the railway line near Gulab Nagar in Yamuna Nagar. This project aims to solve the waterlogging problem caused by rainwater from Jagadhri city. While the Municipal Corporation has completed 95% of the work, the final 5% depends on the railway execution.
What is the current status of the drainage project?
The railway started laying pipes under the line near Gulab Nagar after receiving approval on May 13, 2026. This work is expected to take about three months to complete. Because of this timeline, the project will not be finished before the upcoming monsoon season. Recent light rains on July 4, 2026, already caused water accumulation in several colonies and roads.
Key details and timelines of the project
| Event/Detail | Date/Information |
|---|---|
| Project Foundation | February 24, 2019 (AMRUT Scheme) |
| Original Deadline | August 15, 2019 |
| Railway Approval | May 13, 2026 |
| Work Started by Railway | December 2025 (Chandpura Bypass) |
| Municipal Corporation Completion | Approximately 95% |
| Estimated Time for Final Work | 3 Months |
Which areas will be affected by waterlogging?
Since the project is still incomplete, several residential areas face a high risk of flooding during rains. These include Sarojini Colony, Professor Colony, Model Town, and Shakti Nagar. The Municipal Corporation had already deposited around 4-5 crore rupees as requested by the railway, but the work started after a delay of five and a half years.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why is there still a risk of waterlogging in Yamuna Nagar?
The final 5% of the project involves laying pipes under the railway line, which will take 3 months. This means it won’t be ready before the monsoon.
When was this project originally supposed to be completed?
The project was started on February 24, 2019, under the AMRUT scheme with an initial target completion date of August 15, 2019.