Archive · 11 Jun 2025
Delhi Prepares for Monsoon: Flood Control Measures in Place
Delhi is getting ready for the monsoon season.
They're setting up special centers and using cameras to watch for flooding and sewer problems.
Teams are cleaning drains to remove dirt, fixing pumps, and making sure the water can drain away quickly.
They've also set up control rooms for the public to report problems.
This is being done by different parts of the government to make sure that the city can handle heavy rains and prevent problems.
Delhi sets up sewer overflow control room and deploys CCTVs to monitor waterlogging.
Eleven Quick Response Centres (QRCs) established to resolve sewer issues locally.
MCD has cleaned drains, removing over 111,940 metric tonnes of silt.
79 permanent pumps and 465 temporary pumps are ready for waterlogging.
PWD to monitor waterlogging via CCTV and deploy mobile pump units if needed.
- Who
- Delhi government departments, including DJB, MCD, and PWD.
- What
- Preparations for monsoon season in Delhi, including flood control and sewer management.
- When
- Ongoing preparations.
- Where
- Delhi
- Why
- To prevent waterlogging and effectively manage sewer and drainage issues during the monsoon.
- Sewer Control Room
- Operational 24/7
- QRCs Established
- 11
- Silt Removed (drains > 4ft)
- 111,940.23 metric tonnes
- Permanent Pumps Installed
- 79
- PWD Helpline
- 011-23490323, 8130188222, 1908
Sources
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