India, Feb. 20 -- The Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) approved the reconstruction of a stormwater drain between Old Delhi Road and Rezangla Chowk on Thursday, officials said.

According to officials, the drain will be constructed at the cost of Rs.34 crore and it aims to prevent waterlogging in sectors 21, 22, 24, Palam Vihar, Udyog Vihar and adjoining areas.

A senior GMDA official told HT that they will soon float a tender for this project. The existing storm water drain along the Major Sushil Aima Road is in a dilapidated condition and needs reconstruction.

"The proposal for rehabilitation and augmentation of Leg 1 from Old Delhi Road to Rezangla Chowk has been approved by the GMDA CEO. The drain at present has diam...