Signature Global City 37D Protest: Residents Seek Better Road Connectivity that was Promised
Around 150 residents from Signature Global City-1 in Sector 37D, Gurgaon, carried out a peaceful protest against the developer, Signature Global, on August 15, 2025, for failing to provide proper road connectivity to the residential society. The protest, which was witnessed on India’s Independence Day, emphasized the community members’ frustration over broken promises by the developer, especially concerning access to a 24-meter-wide road linking the society to the Dwarka Expressway. In this article, the cause of the protest, the grievances of the residents, and the implications for homebuyers in the Gurgaon real estate market are examined.
Background of the Issue
Signature Global City-1, a Gurgaon Sector 37D residential project, was touted as a high-end development with international standards of amenities and superior connectivity to major highways like the Dwarka Expressway. Four 24-meter-wide roads were assured by the builder for frictionless entry into the society. Yet, nearly a year and a half since possession started in 2024, members say none of these roads have come up fully or have been opened for use. One road, initially built during the project’s launch, has been blocked as the land reportedly belongs to a government agency, leaving residents with no direct access to the main road.
In the meantime, residents must make their way along a tight, dirt path belonging to local villagers, who have at times blocked access and even excavated pieces of the pathway, which presents dangerous conditions. The absence of adequate infrastructure has imposed important daily hardships on elderly residents and children alike and also presents serious hazards in the event of emergencies, including emergency access by ambulances or fire trucks.
Residents’ Grievances
The protest was fueled by some of the main issues raised by the residents:
Unfulfilled Promises: The residents, including Praveen Chawla, were dismayed over the failure of the developer to honor promises made at the time of the sale of flats. They were assured direct access to the Dwarka Expressway through wide, smooth roads, but the actual experience has been quite otherwise. “When selling us the flats, the builder made big promises.”. We saw four 24-meter-wide roads and were promised direct connectivity. The truth is, this connectivity doesn’t even exist today,” Chawla said at the protest.
Safety Concerns: The present access route isn’t just narrow and unpaved but also lined on one side by an open, dirty drain and huge potholes on the other side. Resident Dr. Amanjot Kaur pointed to the perilous conditions: “Driving or walking on this road is not safe or convenient. The road has no streetlights, and it becomes even more dangerous at night.” Lack of proper lighting and maintenance adds to safety hazards for people of all ages.
Effect on Emergency Services: Protesters pointed out that the absence of quality road access has disastrous implications in case of emergencies. Ambulances and fire trucks are highly delayed in their approach to the society, which may ultimately threaten people’s lives.
Daily Inconveniences: The use of an improvised path by local villagers has resulted in constant arguments and limitations. Citizens such as Parvinder Sharma commented, “Every day, we have to drive on a narrow, dirt road. This was never what we were promised when we purchased these houses.”
The Protest and Residents’ Demands
The residents of Signature Global City-1 organized the demonstration, which was a call for action and accountability from the developer. The protesters congregated to express their demand for the construction of the promised 24-meter-wide road and the completion of other pending infrastructure facilities. Social media updates and videos of the protest, even from residents such as Dr. Rishabh Rajput, highlighted the symbolic nature of marking the event on Independence Day, with residents presenting their struggle as a battle for their “freedom” from the developer’s neglect.
Residents threatened that if Signature Global doesn’t take care of these concerns immediately, they will make their displeasure more vociferous and may even initiate legal proceedings. The protest also gained attention from local media publications like Hindustan Times and Ujjwal India News, making the residents’ dissatisfaction heard across a larger platform.
Developer’s Response
To date, August 17, 2025, Signature Global has not released an official statement regarding the claims of the residents or the media’s questions, as per reports from The Times of India. The silence from the developer has already increased residents’ frustration, with numerous people questioning the accountability and transparency of the company.
Wider Ramifications for Gurgaon’s Real Estate Market
The protest at Signature Global City-1 is just one instance of a pattern. Other residents of the projects, such as Signature Global Park in Sector 37, have complained of similar problems, with the same day witnessing protests at that project regarding the builder’s arbitrariness and inability to fulfill promises. These instances point to a larger problem in Gurgaon’s real estate space, where builders promise world-class amenities and infrastructure to lure buyers but do not deliver after possession.
For future homebuyers and investors, the case at Signature Global City-1 is a lesson. Transparency, accountability, and due diligence are the key while investing in real estate developments. Residents and industry watchers are demanding stronger regulations and monitoring so that developers honor their promises, especially relating to basic infrastructure such as road connectivity.
Conclusion
The Signature Global City-1 Sector 37D, Gurgaon protest shows the increasing anger of homebuyers who are being shortchanged by broken promises. The residents’ demand for genuine road connectivity is not merely for convenience but for safety, accessibility, and the right to the quality of life promised to them. As the issue takes momentum through media reports and social media, only time will tell if Signature Global would take prompt action to redress these issues or suffer further agitation and possible legal repercussions.
Until now, the people of Signature Global City-1 persist in their struggle, praying their voices bring about real changes to their lives. This case highlights the need to make developers accountable and not let the dream of homeownership come at the expense of shattered promises.
