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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.
  3. Letters and proposals urge government action on Yamuna degradation, noting that replicating the Sabarmati plan cannot resolve the crisis.

Delhi Plans Riverfront Rejuvenation Near Kalindi Kunj on Yamuna

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The Delhi government announced plans for a new phase of riverfront rejuvenation along the Yamuna River, specifically targeting the stretch from Wazirabad to Kalindi Kunj. This project is expected to take two to two-and-a-half years. The government also noted that the Namo Yamuna River Safari, which operates on a 4-km stretch, has established a riverfront terminal at Sonia Vihar.

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Why it matters

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The project aims to clean the Yamuna and develop riverfront infrastructure, drawing comparisons to the Sabarmati riverfront in Ahmedabad. This represents significant government investment in urban infrastructure and tourism within Delhi.

The Yamuna river flowing through Delhi is currently facing severe pollution, low inflows, and shrinking.

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Who's involved

  • DelhiLocation where the riverfront project is taking place.
  • Kalindi KunjVenue near which the next phase of riverfront work will occur.
  • SabarmatiRiver used as a model for the desired riverfront development.
  • AhmedabadCity where the Sabarmati riverfront model is located.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Delhi Jal BoardSpeculative

    River rejuvenation mandates could increase regulatory and operational costs for Delhi Jal Board regarding water quality.

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