In a major push to eliminate dark spots to improve safety across South Delhi, the newly appointed agency of Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), Esmart Energy Solutions, has replaced more than 70,000 LED streetlights with advance technology between October and November this year.
The company, which formally took charge of the operation and maintenance of streetlights in the region in September under an agreement with the MCD, has also carried out large-scale repair work on existing lights damaged during the monsoon.
Saurabh Aggarwal, Business Head of Esmart Energy Solutions, said: “It is a matter of great satisfaction for us to serve the people of Delhi through this important partnership with the MCD. Our first aim is to ensure safety by removing every dark patch in the national Capital. Well-lit roads and public spaces are crucial for a Viksit Delhi and for the growth of the city’s varied nightlife – from historic monuments to busy markets that stay alive till late.”
During the recent festive season, including Diwali and Chhath Puja, the company increased its workforce and worked round the clock to keep streets, parks, and residential colonies brightly lit.
Esmart is going to replace all the existing street lights with new fittings within the next 3 years, which will consume far less power than the older lamps while giving out stronger and more uniform light.
Consistent bright lighting is delivering a clear boost to the night economy while making roads safer for everyone. In markets such as Greater Kailash-I and II, Saket, Malviya Nagar, Kalkaji, Kailash Colony, Lajpat Nagar, and Green Park, traders say customers now feel far more secure walking to their cars or taking autos late in the evening. Evening walkers and joggers have returned in large numbers to parks and residential streets. Street-food vendors, late-night eateries, and delivery agents have extended their working hours.
Underlining the marked improvement in civic infrastructure and public safety, Chaudhary Ramakant, E-Block RWA President, South Moti Bagh, said: “The MCD’s extensive drive to install bright LED street lights has completely eliminated dark spots across our lanes, parks and by-lanes. Maintenance teams are now highly efficient, faulty lamps are repaired within hours, and the public complaint redressal system has become remarkably quick and responsive.”
Residents facing any problem with streetlights in the areas now handled by Esmart can report faults through a dedicated 24×7 helpline set up in coordination with the MCD. Complaints can be lodged on the toll-free number 1800-203-8500, by giving a missed call or sending a message on WhatsApp to +91 96505 57785, or by writing to southdelhi@esmartlighting.com.
