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  1. Erratic water supply issues are affecting the megacity of Delhi, which relies on inputs from Haryana.
  2. The Yamuna river, which flows through Delhi, is facing severe pollution issues, low inflows, and shrinking due to high evaporation.

Delhi plans Yamuna wall for flood control; experts warn of flow alteration

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The Delhi government plans to construct a 4.7-km reinforced concrete wall along the Yamuna river as part of a Rs 622-crore flood-control plan. The structure, estimated to cost Rs 99 crore, is intended to protect vulnerable low-lying areas from inundation. Diwan Singh issued a warning against tampering with the river. Experts caution that the intervention could restrict floodwater movement, alter the river’s natural flow, and potentially shift flood risks to other areas.

From indiatimes.com

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The plan addresses flood risk in Delhi, which relies on the Yamuna for drainage and water. However, experts argue that adding barriers to an already constrained river channel may exacerbate water level issues rather than solving the underlying problems of river capacity and floodplain encroachment.

The Yamuna river, which flows through Delhi, is currently facing severe pollution issues, low inflows, and shrinking due to high evaporation. Erratic water supply issues are affecting the megacity of Delhi, which relies on inputs from Haryana.

From indiatimes.com

Who's involved

  • YamunaThe river in Delhi that is the subject of the flood control plan.
  • DelhiThe megacity where the flood control plan is being implemented.
  • Diwan SinghPolitician who issued a warning against altering the river.
  • Delhi Development AuthorityGovernment authority involved in dictating new urban planning constraints.
  • Delhi Jal BoardGovernment agency responsible for water and sewage management operations.

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