NMC staff colony turns scrap yard, liquor den Nagpur: A "missing road," overflowing sewer lines, and rampant encroachments have transformed a Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) staff colony at Mankapur-Zingabai Takli into a civic nightmare, exposing severe neglect in the upkeep of its residential premises. The issue was first raised by former Congress corporator Arun Daware Patil, but a visit by The Times of India (TOI) revealed the situation on the ground was far worse. Internal roads in parts of the colony have nearly disappeared, reduced to uneven, muddy stretches that make movement difficult for residents—many of whom are NMC employees. Compounding the problem is open drainage and choked sewer lines, creating a significant health hazard for the employees living there. TOI’s investigation found that open land surrounding the colony, particularly near the old Gorewada feeder plot, has been converted into a sprawling scrap yard. Mounds of discarded materials lie unattended, while the area has also become a hotspot for drinking, with empty liquor bottles scattered across the premises. Residents, who are all NMC employees and have requested anonymity, described how anti-social elements frequently gather at the site, especially after dark, with little to no monitoring by authorities. The colony’s deteriorating condition has raised concerns among the employees, many of whom rely on the premises for housing. The lack of basic infrastructure, such as proper roads and drainage, has turned the area into a breeding ground for health issues and crime. The residents have expressed frustration over the lack of action from local authorities, despite repeated complaints.#times_of_india #nagpur_municipal_corporation #arun_daware_patil #mankapur_zingabai_takli #gorewada_feeder_plot
