Delhi to get 6 artificial water bodies soon

Concerned about the depleting groundwater level, the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) has decided to develop six artificial water bodies across the national Capital. The officials said the water bodies will come up in south-west, west and east of the city. 

“We have taken a progressive decision to construct six new water bodies in Delhi. Two water bodies of 35 acres will be developed in Dwarka and will add 10-15 MGD to Delhi’s water production. Similarly, four water bodies will be developed in Rithala, Rohini Sector-25, Nilothi and Kondli,” said Delhi Water Minister Kapil Mishra.

“Treated water from the Pappankalan sewage treatment plant (STP) will be diverted to the water bodies in Dwarka. This will not only increase the level of groundwater, but also add to the scenic surroundings,” Mishra said. 

According to the DJB sources, the move has come after the National Green Tribunal (NGT) ordered the Arvind Kejriwal-led government, DJB, Delhi Development Authority (DDA), and other agencies concerned to take immediate steps to clean and revive 33 water bodies in Dwarka to help utilise the rainwater more judiciously.

The green court had earlier directed the government to clean and restore all natural water bodies, after a plea was filed expressing concern over the alarming depletion of the water table in the national Capital.