GURUGRAM: Tensions rose in Sector 44 as residents of the ROF Alante Society in Sector 108 protested outside the builder’s office, with police present, demanding essential infrastructure and an investigation into the project’s approval on Saturday afternoon.
The residents raised concerns about the builder receiving a license and occupancy certificate (OC) without proper road access to the site.
“The project was developed under Haryana’s affordable housing scheme, yet the developer has not provided necessary infrastructure, including a permanent 24-meter access road,” said resident Shivani Thusoo.
Protesters were reportedly stopped by security at the builder’s office. Police soon arrived and spoke with residents to address their grievances.
“The current access road is often blocked by villagers. We later learned that this section of land was never owned by the builder but merely rented,” Shivani explained. “Due to ongoing disputes, residents are left to deal with these issues.”
A representative from the developer claimed that local landowners have unlawfully obstructed access to the site, attempting to pressure the company. “Our staff faced threats when they tried to address the situation. This has created serious inconveniences and poses law and order issues. We are working with authorities to restore proper access,” he stated.
The spokesperson insisted that internal infrastructure is in place and that the OC was lawfully issued. “Most residents understand the circumstances and aren’t part of the protests. We’re pursuing legal action against those causing disturbances,” he added.
Another resident, Gaurav Sharma, stated that multiple complaints to the Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) and the municipal corporation have yielded no results. “There’s no permanent road, electricity is insufficient, and we rely on water tankers. The builder ignores our concerns,” she shared.
A retired government employee who moved from Delhi expressed frustration: “I spent all my savings on this flat after retirement, hoping for a peaceful life. Instead, we are struggling for basic amenities.”
