Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu made it clear on Monday that housing alone was not enough, warning that any laxity in providing basic amenities to residents in Narela will not be tolerated. Thousands of flats developed by the Delhi Development Authority in Narela were booked within days, but will buyers have access to water, public transport, and security when they move in?
Narela has faced a problem for years: despite the availability of affordable housing, many DDA flats struggled to find buyers because of poor connectivity and inadequate civic facilities.
Some said they had to depend on private vehicles for daily travel, while others reported thefts from vacant flats. The Lieutenant Governor also reviewed arrangements of basic amenities such as water supply, sewerage, sanitation and public transport with Delhi Jal Board, Municipal Corporation of Delhi and Delhi Transport Department. The directions come as the DDA attempts to attract more residents to Narela through discounted housing schemes and planned infrastructure projects.
Because of poor connectivity and inadequate civic facilities, but Narela has faced a problem for years: despite the availability of affordable housing, many DDA flats struggled to find buyers. In February 2025, residents had complained about irregular water supply, limited public transport, and thefts in housing complexes.
“Housing development must go hand in hand with essential public facilities, well-maintained public spaces and adequate security measures,” he said.
