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The Print
6 days ago
- Science
- The Print
Jal Shakti minister calls for expedited e-flow studies, emphasises stakeholder consultations for river sustainability
He said the government must explore whether the current framework needs strengthening to better protect river ecosystems, particularly the Yamuna, which is under pressure from overuse and pollution. Chairing a high-level meeting on the environmental flows of the Ganga River and its tributaries, Patil underscored the need to reassess the 2018 Environmental Flow Notification. New Delhi, Jul 24 (PTI) Jal Shakti Minister C R Patil on Thursday directed officials to expedite ongoing environmental flow (e-flow) studies and ensure broad-based consultations with stakeholders, calling it a 'vital step in achieving long-term ecological and economic sustainability.' He stressed that evaluating the effectiveness of current programmes would help improve decision-making in water management. Environmental flows refer to the quantity, timing and quality of water required to sustain freshwater ecosystems and the livelihoods that depend on them. Over the years, river systems like the Ganga and Yamuna have suffered from reduced flows due to dams, barrages, pollution and encroachments. To address this, the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) has approved several scientific studies. The National Institute of Hydrology (NIH) Roorkee has been tasked with assessing e-flows in the Chambal, Son and Damodar rivers; IIT Roorkee is evaluating the Ghaghara and Gomti sub-basins; and IIT Kanpur is studying the Kosi, Ganda and Mahananda rivers. Patil said the initiative marks a shift toward a more inclusive and scientific approach to water governance. He called for timely evaluations to ensure that efforts are aligned with the goal of preserving river ecosystems and maintaining ecological balance. PTI UZM AMJ AMJ This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
News18
20-07-2025
- General
- News18
Urban River Management Plan launched to clean Yamuna in Delhi
Agency: PTI Last Updated: New Delhi, Jul 20 (PTI) An Urban River Management Plan, or URMP, has been launched to clean and rejuvenate the Yamuna River in the national capital. The plan is an initiative of the National Mission for Clean Ganga, launched in collaboration with the National Institute of Urban Affairs and the Delhi government. The NMCG Director General Rajeev Kumar Mital stressed that the URMP must function as a live document, not just a policy report. 'It should guide action through scientific understanding, risk-based assessments and strong participation from all stakeholders," he said. PTI UZM VN VN Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Economic Times
20-07-2025
- General
- Economic Times
'Urban River Management Plan' launched to clean Yamuna in Delhi
Agencies Yamuna river (File photo) An Urban River Management Plan, or URMP, has been launched to clean and rejuvenate the Yamuna River in the national capital. The plan is an initiative of the National Mission for Clean Ganga, launched in collaboration with the National Institute of Urban Affairs and the Delhi government. The NMCG Director General Rajeev Kumar Mital stressed that the URMP must function as a live document, not just a policy report. "It should guide action through scientific understanding, risk-based assessments and strong participation from all stakeholders," he said.
India Gazette
11-07-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Amit Shah chairs meet on Yamuna Rejuvenation; sets 2028 target for 1500 MGD Sewage Treatment Capacity
New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday chaired a high-level meeting on the rejuvenation of the Yamuna River, directing all stakeholders to increase the capacity of Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) in Delhi to 1500 million gallons per day (MGD) by 2028. The meeting was attended by Union Ministers Manohar Lal (Housing and Urban Affairs), CR Patil (Jal Shakti), Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, senior officials from the Delhi government, the Union Home Secretary, and secretaries from relevant ministries. In a strong push for inter-state collaboration, Shah called upon Delhi, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh to work together in cleaning the river. He emphasised regularity and transparency in water quality testing at Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) and insisted on third-party verification of the treated water being discharged. 'Efforts from all three states are essential for the Yamuna's rejuvenation. Chemicals and untreated waste flowing into the river from outside Delhi must also be addressed collectively,' Shah stated. Highlighting key measures to combat water pollution, Shah instructed the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) to adopt an 'action mode' approach. He also urged the Delhi government to take stringent and continuous steps to curb pollution from industrial units, especially those operating illegally. Focusing on the critical role of the Najafgarh and Shahdara drains, the Home Minister recommended conducting drone surveys to better assess pollution levels. He also stressed the need to improve the Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) levels in these major drains. Shah suggested that the Delhi government increase its efforts under the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), including a budget enhancement to boost ongoing initiatives. He also proposed the development of city reservoirs to collect rainwater, which he said would not only improve water availability but also promote tourism. Addressing the issue of waste management, Shah recommended that the Delhi government collaborate with the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) to manage waste from dairies and cow shelters, and to regulate unauthorised dairy units across the capital. He also underlined the importance of increasing the environmental flow (e-flow) of the Yamuna. He urged the Delhi government to coordinate with Uttar Pradesh to ensure better flow of water when the river enters Delhi. He added that treated water from the Okhla STP should be released downstream to improve river water quality. To ensure long-term water security, Shah called for a comprehensive survey of Delhi's water supply system to assess demand and distribution across the city. He flagged unregulated groundwater extraction through borewells as a major concern and instructed the Delhi Jal Board to prepare an actionable plan for phased regularisation. 'Uncontrolled water extraction through borewells is a big problem in Delhi, on which the Delhi Jal Board needs to work by making an action plan. These borewells should be regularised in a phased manner,' Shah was quoted as saying in a statement issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs. The meeting concluded with a strong call for time-bound implementation of initiatives, enhanced inter-state coordination, and improved monitoring systems to restore the health of the Yamuna. (ANI)
NDTV
11-07-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Amit Shah Chairs High-Level Meet On Yamuna Rejuvenation
Delhi: Union Minister Amit Shah on Friday chaired a high-level meeting in Delhi on the rejuvenation of Yamuna River, where he emphasised on cleaning the river and enhancing the capacity of Delhi's Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs). He directed that the current capacity of 607 million gallons per day (MGD) be increased to 1500 MGD by 2028, a step that would significantly reduce the untreated wastewater flowing into the Yamuna. Speaking about the pollution from industrial and dairy waste, the Home Minister directed the Delhi government to "work in action mode" to control water pollution. He also asked the Delhi government to collaborate with the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) to manage waste generated from dairies and cow shelters across the city. Apart from Delhi, chemicals through the waste produced from the neighbouring states, including Uttar Pradesh and Haryana, flow into the Yamuna River, the Home Minister said, adding that all the states should work in collaboration with the Delhi government to clean the river. The Home Minister also stressed the need for improving the Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) - which measures the amount of oxygen consumed by bacteria and other microorganisms while decomposing organic matter under oxygen-rich conditions - in the main drains of Najafgarh and Shahdara to restore the river's ecological health. He suggested that a drone survey be conducted for both the drains. "Apart from the efforts being made by the Delhi government to clean the rivers, there is a need to increase the budget of the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG)," the Home Minister said. Mr Shah also stressed the need for third-party quality testing of STP outflows to ensure accountability and transparency. "There must be regular and independent testing of the treated water being discharged into the river," the Home Minister said. In order to improve water governance, the Home Minister called for a detailed survey to assess household water needs in Delhi. "A comprehensive plan for equitable water supply across the capital can only be framed if we know the actual demand," he said. Raising concerns over unregulated groundwater extraction through borewells across the Capital, the Home Minister directed the Delhi Jal Board to come up with an action plan to regularise borewells in a phased manner. In a push for rainwater harvesting and environmental sustainability, the Home Minister also proposed the development of reservoirs across Delhi to collect rainwater. "These reservoirs can also be developed as tourist spots, serving both ecological and recreational purposes," he added. The meeting, held in the national capital, was attended by Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal, Union Jal Shakti Minister C R Patil, Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan, and top officials from the concerned ministries and the Delhi government.
