Pataudi Road riddled with deep craters, commute a nightmare

Gurgaon: Daily commuters are facing severe inconvenience due to deep potholes and craters along Pataudi Road, especially near Sector 89, which has become increasingly difficult to navigate. Although the stretch was resurfaced just last year, heavy truck movement combined with recent rains has left it battered, causing traffic snarls during peak hours.

Residents said that despite the road deteriorating further after the monsoon, no repairs have been undertaken. Vehicles are forced to crawl and jostle for space, with damage even seen along the central verge in certain areas. The manhole near Shiv Temple in Harsaru village poses a serious safety hazard as it frequently caves in, increasing the risk of accidents.

Highlighting the poor road quality and lack of drainage planning, residents said the issues were recurring across the city.

"The condition is terrible and driving is difficult. The rains only made it worse, and there is no sign of timely repairs. If a road built just last year can deteriorate this badly, it shows how poorly it was executed in the first place," said Rohit Malik, a commuter from Sector 88A.

Ratan Lal, a shopkeeper on Pataudi Road, said, "The bottlenecks created by potholes slow down traffic to a crawl. Trucks and trolleys take up most of the road, and smaller vehicles often get stuck in craters. We have seen two-wheelers losing balance while dodging craters."

Meanwhile, officials have promised swift action. Nijesh Kumar, executive engineer of MCM, acknowledged the damage and said, "We are starting granular sub-base (GSB) work to fill the potholes and will complete repairs within a week. Additionally, we plan to redevelop the entire stretch between Dwarka Expressway and KMP with proper drainage. A consultant is being engaged to prepare the proposal."