After Water Crisis, Delhi Plans 1,500 Rainwater Harvesting Projects Before Monsoon
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Why in news
The Delhi Jal Board (DJB) launched a pre-monsoon drive to construct 500 new rainwater harvesting structures and restore 1,000 non-functional systems to combat declining groundwater levels.
Background
The Delhi Jal Board (DJB) initiative targets the construction of 500 new structures and the restoration of 1,000 non-functional systems by June 30th. The project aims to recharge approximately 733 million liters of water annually into the groundwater table.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyDelhi Jal Board (DJB) is the agency responsible for water management in Delhi
- FactThe project aims to recharge 733 million liters of water annually
- FactThe initiative involves 500 new structures and 1,000 restored systems
- PlaceThe project targets government buildings across Delhi
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of decentralized rainwater harvesting in addressing urban groundwater depletion and ensuring water security in metropolitan cities like Delhi.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Urban hydrological stress: Rapid urbanization and paved surfaces leading to high surface runoff and minimal aquifer recharge
- Institutional coordination: Need for mandatory rainwater harvesting integration in building bylaws and municipal planning
- Maintenance bottleneck: Challenges in ensuring the functionality of existing decentralized harvesting systems
Keywords: Groundwater recharge · Urban water management · Rainwater harvesting · Water security · Sustainable urban drainage
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