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Time of India
02-08-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Heavy rain, not poor drainage, caused Gurgaon waterlogging: Union Minister Khattar
Gurgaon: Minister for housing and urban affairs and power Manohar Lal Khattar on Saturday attributed the recent flooding in the city to extreme rain rather than inadequate drainage system. "Gurgaon received 119 mm of rain in just a few hours, overwhelming the city. That's nearly five inches of water everywhere—on roads, rooftops, and parks. This isn't about waterlogging but about sudden, intense rain," said Khattar at the Matri Van event near Sushant University in Sector 54. He further insisted that such heavy precipitation naturally led to water accumulation, requiring at least two hours to drain. While acknowledging the need for long-term solutions, he also cited improvements in traffic management since 2016. "Underpasses are below road level, so naturally they are the first to get submerged unless water is constantly being pumped out," the minister added. You Can Also Check: Gurgaon AQI | Weather in Gurgaon | Bank Holidays in Gurgaon | Public Holidays in Gurgaon Heavy rainfall on Wednesday that continued till Thursday morning brought the city to a near standstill, causing widespread disruption and massive traffic congestion across the city. In several areas, commuters were forced to abandon vehicles and wade through knee-deep water to reach safer ground. Among several clips of the downpour that were shared on social media, one video that caught attention was of completely flooded streets and children seen swimming freely. According to IMD data, the city received 228.9mm of rainfall—31% above normal—last month. On July 31, 51.1mm of rain was dumped over the city till 5pm. Monsoon's first spate of heavy showers this season dumped more than 100mm of rainwater in less than two hours on the evening of July 10 overwhelming the city's infrastructure just as rapidly. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !
Hans India
29-04-2025
- General
- Hans India
Vedanta's Matri Van initiative for a greener tomorrow
Jharsuguda: As the world observed Earth Day on April 22, this year's theme 'Our Power, Our Planet' is a compelling reminder that the duty to protect and nurture the planet lies in definite actions. In Odisha's fast-growing industrial landscape, Vedanta Aluminium has emerged as a beacon of proactive environmental stewardship. While the company consistently champions sustainability through diverse initiatives round the year, it has recently achieved an important milestone through its Matri Van initiative. Having pledged to plant 1 lakh saplings in Jharsuguda, Vedanta has now announced the successful completion of this significant goal. Interestingly, the company has achieved this feat within the span of a year, a testament to its commitment to ecological restoration and preservation. The Matri Van initiative had started in July 2024 with a mass plantation drive aligned with the government of India's 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign. Organised in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF), the event saw several district officials, Vedanta employees and schoolchildren come together to plant over 2,000 saplings on a reclaimed ash storage area at Kapumal in Jharsuguda district. The successful completion of one lakh sapling plantation target underscores Vedanta Aluminium's dedication to enhancing Jharsuguda's green cover and fostering diverse biodiversity in the region. It is set to have a significant impact on the local environment by contributing towards better air quality, more carbon absorption and wider natural habitats, while also highlighting the potential of transforming previously utilised land into thriving green spaces. This landmark achievement is the outcome of Vedanta Aluminium's continuous focus on enabling sustainability efforts.
