India, May 27 -- Despite being one of Gurugram's oldest and most prominent localities, Sector 14 continues to grapple with a range of civic issues, residents said, flagging concerns over poor sanitation, damaged roads, illegal encroachments and non-functional rainwater harvesting systems ahead of the monsoon season.

Residents said illegal dumping, pothole-ridden roads, dust accumulation along roadsides and recurring encroachments continue to affect daily life in the locality.

"We have repeatedly raised most of the issues with authorities; however, little to no action has been taken, which is frustrating for us residents," said Kalyan Singh, resident of Sector 14.

Sanitation concerns, illegal dumping

Residents said deteriorating sanita...