India, April 30 -- The Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) and other civic agencies have been directed to deploy Quick Response Teams (QRTs) at vulnerable locations and maintain high alert during the monsoon to prevent disruption to public movement, officials said on Monday.

The directions were issued by DS Dhesi, principal advisor, urban development, Haryana government, during the 9th coordination committee meeting of civic agencies. He emphasised round-the-clock readiness, especially during heavy rainfall periods, to keep the situation under control.

Dhesi also directed officials of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and GMDA to integrate surface drains with the master storm water drainage network, particul...