Rage over flooded Gurgaon comes from a one-day breach in island of privilege
Gurgaon's luxury is tested when floodwaters rise and the city's poor infrastructure leaves residents stranded. For many, the breach in this island of privilege is a shocking reminder of the lack of basic civic services. One such victim is Siddharth Kasid, a 39-year-old investment bank employee who waded through waist-deep water to rescue his daughter and other children stranded on the highway.
The harrowing experience has left the community questioning whether Gurgaon, with its high taxes and hefty rents, is truly worth living in. Parents like Kasid are now considering leaving the city once the academic session ends, frustrated by the annual disruption caused by the city's poor infrastructure. The incident highlights the stark contrast between the well-constructed and green colonies with their amenities and the struggling residents who traverse flooded roads and public buses.
It underscores the need for the government to provide basic infrastructure and be held accountable, as well as for those with privilege to show basic courtesy and communication.
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