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Indian Express
7 hours ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
Delhi govt's 45-point action plan to rejuvenate Yamuna, CM Rekha Gupta to monitor progress monthly
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has launched a 45-point action plan to rejuvenate the Yamuna River. The directions aim to accelerate ongoing projects and ensure strict monitoring. According to a statement issued by the Delhi government on Friday, CM Gupta will personally inspect the progress on Yamuna cleaning every month, in what has been described as a mission of 'environmental and ethical responsibility'. Chairing a high-level review meeting with officials of the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) on Friday, CM Gupta reviewed budgetary allocations, project timelines, and progress across three key areas: water supply, sewerage network improvements, and the Yamuna revival plan. Delhi Public Works Department (PWD) and Water Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh also attended the meeting. The 45-point action plan covers drain treatment, treated water inflow into the river, solid and sewage waste management, septage and dairy waste disposal, riverfront development, stormwater planning, enforcement mechanisms, and public engagement. 'The rejuvenation of the Yamuna is not just a policy commitment—it is a moral duty. A clean and developed Delhi is possible only when every citizen has access to clean drinking water and efficient sewage systems,' the CM was quoted as saying, as per the government statement. According to the statement, 303 drainage projects worth Rs 8,000 crore are currently underway. These include de-silting works, permanent waterlogging solutions, pump house upgrades, and expansion of the stormwater network. The departments have been instructed to ensure timely and quality completion. Work is also ongoing to upgrade eight Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs), including those at Okhla, Keshopur, Yamuna Vihar, Nilothi, and Pappankalan. Additionally, the government plans to establish 40 new Decentralised STPs (DSTPs), 13 of which are under the AMRUT 2.0 scheme. The statement added that all unauthorised colonies must be connected with water and sewer lines by December 2027. Officials have been told to phase out old pipelines and prevent stormwater from mixing with sewage. The chief minister has urged the public to treat the Yamuna as a 'sacred heritage', She said the campaign would involve large-scale public awareness drives alongside technical and administrative measures.
Indian Express
8 hours ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
‘No polluter will be spared': Delhi PWD minister announces crackdown on industrial discharge into Yamuna river
Delhi Public Works Department (PWD) and Water Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh on Friday ordered a city-wide crackdown on the discharge of illegal sewage and industrial waste into the Yamuna, kickstarting an enforcement campaign to tackle water pollution in the capital. Calling untreated sewage discharge a 'crisis that can no longer be ignored,' Singh directed all departments concerned to begin immediate inspections across Delhi's industrial and commercial establishments. 'No polluter will be spared. We will act — and act fast,' the minister was quoted as saying, in the statement issued by the PWD on Friday. According to the statement, the drive will target all establishments legally mandated to install and operate Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) or Effluent Treatment Plants (ETPs). 'Comprehensive and time-bound inspections' are to be conducted to ensure these plants are both installed and functioning properly. The statement also noted that any non-compliance would invite strict legal action under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974. Emphasising a 'zero-tolerance' policy, the PWD said penalties would be enforced 'with no exemptions or delays'. The Water Act allows for fines and imprisonment for discharging pollutants into water bodies without treatment or consent. A real-time e-dashboard will be developed to track inspection status, record violations, and monitor corrective measures. Departments have been directed to submit bi-monthly compliance reports to the minister's office to ensure regular monitoring and accountability. The minister also stressed that 'departmental coordination is key' and called for 'seamless coordination among all enforcement and technical departments' to eliminate delays and ensure timely action. The crackdown comes amid longstanding concerns over the pollution levels in the Yamuna. Despite previous clean-up plans and multiple deadlines, large volumes of untreated waste continue to flow into the river, especially from unregulated industrial clusters and unauthorised colonies, as per government records. 'This is not a symbolic act. It is a matter of survival and legacy. Delhi must rise to this challenge,' Singh said. The enforcement drive begins with immediate effect, said the PWD. High-risk zones and habitual defaulters will be prioritised. Citizens have also been encouraged to report instances of illegal discharge through local helplines or municipal channels.
Hindustan Times
25-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
PWD plans ₹6-cr beautification of Rajghat area, floats tender
The Delhi Public Works Department (PWD) has floated a tender worth over ₹6 crore for beautification work along key stretches near the Rajghat memorial. The project will cover the central verge of Satyagrah Marg and the left flank and central verge of Ring Road from Rajghat crossing to Gulab Vatika, officials said. According to PWD officials, to be completed in four months once awarded, includes installation of sculptures, ornamental railings, fountains, water bodies and integrated lighting systems. A senior PWD official said, 'This stretch sees a high volume of local and tourist traffic, being adjacent to Rajghat. The beautification work is aimed at creating a more serene and visually striking experience, especially through the integration of modern water features.' Contractors will also be tasked with monthly photographic documentation of progress and handling waste management, officials said. The department has mandated that only agencies with previous experience in high-value civil fountain works will be eligible to bid, they added. The project is part of the PWD's broader effort to uplift public spaces across Delhi over the next year. The stretch between Shantivan and Rajghat already falls under a Delhi government pilot streetscaping project launched by the previous administration, which revamped 16 roads with footpaths, landscaping, and street furniture, according to officials. While Rajghat, which houses 17 memorials including that of Mahatma Gandhi, remains a major attraction, officials admit the surrounding infrastructure and horticulture are overdue for an upgrade. Earlier efforts included patchwork repairs and replantation ahead of the G20 summit two years ago, they added.
The Hindu
17-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Modern gaushala worth ₹47 cr. to be built in Delhi: PWD Minister
Delhi Public Works Department (PWD) Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh on Saturday said a modern gaushala (cow shelter), which was announced in the Delhi budget in March, will be constructed in the national capital. Mr. Singh made the announcement on the occasion of the bhoomi pujan of a Municipal Corporation of Delhi school building that will be built in the shape of the Hindu sacred symbol 'om' in south-west Delhi's Ghumanhera. The cost of constructing the building, which will reportedly accommodate 5,000 cows, has been pegged at ₹47 crore. The gaushala will be equipped with modern facilities, including automated fodder distribution systems, solar power integration, rainwater harvesting system, and on-site veterinary care. 'This shelter will not only be a home to cows but also be a hub for innovation in organic farming, gau-based industry and rural entrepreneurship. We are working to ensure that development is rooted in our cultural identity,' the Minister said
Indian Express
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Delhi: PWD plans to build 21 new foot over bridges across Capital
The Delhi Public Works Department (PWD) is planning to construct 21 foot over bridges (FOB) across the Capital, especially at critical locations that are prone to accidents, officials said on Tuesday. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta had last month discussed the matter in a review meeting held with PWD officials, they added. A senior department official said that the PWD has received a list of 21 locations from the Delhi Traffic Police for the construction of new FOBs. 'It has mentioned why there is a need for new pedestrian infrastructure in these locations… Considering the proposal, the PWD has started a ground survey of these locations. Once completed, a proposal will be made and tenders floated for the construction of the FOBs,' the official added. 'The 21 locations include stretches where accidents have taken place due to a lack of safe pedestrian crossing, such as the stretch from Karkardooma Court red light to Vivek Vihar underpass… There are plans to construct two FOBs here… Besides, PWD has already sent a proposal to construct one FOB at ITO park U-turn…,' said the official. Officials said that of the 21 probable locations, some stretches fall under agencies like the Delhi Development Authority and the National Highways Authority of India. 'At some locations, work on Metro projects is going on. In such locations, the PWD will either develop the FOB along with the department concerned or the department will provide funds to the PWD to build the FOB,' an official said. As part of this plan, the PWD is working on replacing the existing FOB at Majnu Ka Tila, which is in poor condition, with a new one. 'Work has already started in this regard,' said the official. Asked about several existing FOBs not being used by pedestrians, an official said, 'Many FOBs are not used by pedestrians. They instead prefer to cross the road, taking risks. We have observed that such FOBs are located far away from bus stops or Metro stations… many of these FOBs also do not have lifts and are not disabled friendly…' As per a study conducted by the Planning department in 2018, of the 74 FOBs that existed in Delhi at that time, 77% lacked lifts, only 23% had escalators, and around 70% did not have a security guard. The study also highlighted that there were too many staircases at some FOBs. According to officials, Delhi at present has 115 FOBs. 'Tender for maintenance, operation and upkeep of the 115 FOBs is under process…. Tenders will be invited soon,' said an official. According to the Delhi Road Crash Fatalities Report 2022, issued by the Transport department, of the 1,517 fatal crashes that had taken place in 2022, 50% of the victims were pedestrians.
