Archive · 25 Jul 2026
Delhi launches Rs 5.24 crore drain cleanup
The Delhi Government has started a big cleanup project to fix a very old and clogged drain.
They are using special machines that can work on land and water to remove lots of dirt and trash that has built up over many years.
This will help the drain work better and stop flooding during the rainy season.
The machines are very powerful and can dig deep to clean the drain thoroughly.
The government plans to use similar machines in other drains to make the city's drainage system better and safer.
Delhi Government launched a Rs 5.24 crore desilting campaign at Ghazipur Drain.
Two advanced amphibious excavators were deployed to remove 30–40 years of accumulated silt.
The initiative aims to restore the drain's carrying capacity and reduce monsoon flooding risks.
The machines can operate on land, marshes, shallow water, and inside water bodies.
The government plans to deploy similar machines at other major drains to modernize the drainage network.
- Who
- Delhi Government
- What
- Launched a technology-driven desilting campaign
- When
- Friday
- Where
- Ghazipur Drain near Dallupura village
- Why
- To strengthen Delhi’s flood-control infrastructure and reduce the risk of monsoon flooding
Government Perspective
Environmental Concerns
Effectiveness of the Cleanup
Government Perspective
The government believes the advanced technology will significantly improve the drain's capacity and reduce flooding risks.
Environmental Concerns
Environmental groups argue that the cleanup may disrupt local ecosystems and should include measures to protect wildlife.
- Cost of Initiative
- Rs 5.24 crore
- Machines Deployed
- Two advanced long-boom amphibious excavators
- Location
- Ghazipur Drain near Dallupura village
- Expected Outcome
- Remove 30–40 years of accumulated silt, restore drain's carrying capacity
- Minister Inaugurating
- Parvesh Sahib Singh