Archive · 21 Jul 2026
Delhi CM forms panels to tackle waterlogging
The Chief Minister of Delhi, Rekha Gupta, has ordered the creation of special committees in all 13 districts to tackle waterlogging during the monsoon.
These committees will work together to prevent waterlogging by coordinating different departments and agencies.
They will also monitor and implement measures to keep drains clean and ensure public safety.
The committees will be led by the District Magistrate and include representatives from various departments like the Municipal Corporation, Public Works Department, and police.
Their main tasks include cleaning drains, deploying temporary pumps, and inspecting areas prone to waterlogging.
The goal is to make sure that Delhi stays safe and dry during the rainy season.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta directs formation of District-Level Coordination Committees (DLCCs) in all 13 districts.
Committees aim to prevent waterlogging and minimize its impact through better coordination among departments.
Key members include District Magistrate, Deputy Commissioner, Executive Engineers, and Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic).
Committees responsible for monitoring and implementing monsoon preparedness measures and SOPs.
Tasks include cleaning drains, desilting, deploying temporary pumps, and inspecting vulnerable locations.
- Who
- Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta
- What
- Formation of District-Level Coordination Committees (DLCCs) to address waterlogging
- When
- On the directions of the Chief Minister, committees have been constituted
- Where
- All 13 districts of Delhi
- Why
- To prevent waterlogging and minimize its impact during the monsoon
Proactive Measures
Potential Challenges
Effectiveness of Committees
Proactive Measures
The committees will enhance coordination among departments and agencies to prevent waterlogging.
Potential Challenges
The effectiveness of these committees remains to be seen, as past efforts have had mixed results.
Preventive Measures
Proactive Measures
The committees will take preventive measures and monitor the implementation of SOPs to minimize waterlogging.
Potential Challenges
The success of these measures depends on timely execution and interdepartmental cooperation.
- Chief Minister
- Rekha Gupta
- Number of Districts
- 13
- Committee Chair
- District Magistrate (DM)
- Key Members
- Deputy Commissioner, Executive Engineers, Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic)
- Responsibilities
- Monitoring, coordination, and implementation of monsoon preparedness measures
- Key Activities
- Cleaning of drains, desilting, deployment of temporary pumps, inspection of vulnerable locations