CHANDRAWAL WATER TREATMENT PLANT
Not politics, not interest rates: India's surging economy at risk from water
India is facing a growing water crisis, with the country's growing water stress potentially impacting its growth. The country's growing water stress could affect agricultural production and industrial operations, leading to food inflation and declines in income for affected businesses and workers, especially farmers. Contaminated water kills about 200,000 Indians each year, and the government is focusing on conserving the resource, recycling waste water, and reducing the country's over-reliance on the annual monsoon, especially in the agricultural sector.
Enviro Infra Engineers files draft papers to mop up funds via IPO
Proceeds from the fresh issue to the tune of Rs 181 crore will be used to meet the working capital requirements, Rs 100 crore will be used for payment of debt, Rs 30 crore will be infused into the company's subsidiary, EIEL Mathura Infra Engineers, to build 60 million litres per day Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) at Mathura in Uttar Pradesh.
Delhi water crisis: Atishi inspects Chandrawal Water Treatment Plant, says water supply to be normal soon
Delhi Water Minister Atishi on Sunday instructed officials to repair the pump house at the Chandrawal Water Treatment Plant that was flooded due to heavy rains and ensure that such problems do not recur. In a post in Hindi on 'X' after inspecting the Chandrawal water treatment plant, she said that unexpected rains flooded the pumping house of the Chandrawal Water Treatment Plant, damaging the motors.
Amid water crisis, authorities reveal shocking news: Delhi has extracted 99% groundwater
Delhi faces a severe water crisis as the CGWB reports a significant decline in groundwater recharge and availability for extraction. In 2023, only 0.34 bcm of 0.38 bcm recharged groundwater was accessible, with 99.1% already extracted. Despite efforts, groundwater extraction rose from 98.16% in 2022 to 99.13% in 2023. While some areas saw improvement, critical zones expanded to cover 35% of Delhi. CGWB calls for urgent measures, including mandatory rainwater harvesting and enhanced water conservation efforts.
Delhi water crisis: Minister Atishi asks police to guard water pipelines
Delhi Water minister Atishi requested police patrol to protect major pipelines due to a water crisis caused by Yamuna water shortage. Delhi Jal Board deployed teams to address leakage issues, including in south Delhi. ADMs are supervising the operations.
Delhi's Water Crisis: Long lines at tankers amid AAP-BJP blame game
Delhi Water Crisis: Delhi is grappling with a severe water shortage, forcing residents to rely on water tankers. The crisis has led to political confrontations between the AAP and BJP. Delhi Minister Atishi has requested police protection for major pipelines, alleging sabotage. Protests and accusations of mismanagement have intensified the situation, affecting multiple areas in the national capital.
There's no leakage: Delhi Police after inspecting Jal Board pipelines
Police officials in northeast Delhi have confirmed that there are no leaks in Jal Board pipelines, despite a water supply crisis deepening in the city. Delhi Minister Atishi has written a letter to Delhi Police Commissioner Sanjay Arora, urging the deployment of police personnel to protect major pipelines in the national capital. The letter outlines the need for police personnel to patrol and protect the pipelines for the next 15 days to prevent miscreants or people with ulterior motives from tampering with the water pipelines that have become Delhi's lifelines.
Delhi water crisis: AAP's Saurabh Bhardwaj suspects "deliberate" water leakage
Delhi Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj accused individuals of deliberately causing water leakages to sabotage pipelines. He urged vigilance from locals in South Delhi. He leader called for protection of major pipelines, as leaks worsen water crisis. Delhi Water Minister Atishi requested police deployment to prevent tampering with lifelines. BJP protested water scarcity in the National Capital, seeking intervention from Haryana government to address the issue.
Delhi turning into Bengaluru? A dive into national capital's water woes
Dehi water crisis: Delhi faces a worsening water crisis, with videos of residents struggling for water going viral. The blame game among politicians, including the AAP government and neighbouring states, has escalated. Despite efforts to increase water production, the city's infrastructure challenges and mismanagement persist. Groundwater overexploitation and inter-state disputes exacerbate the complex situation.
Major crisis in Delhi imminent if 'adequate' water not released in Munak Canal: Atishi to Haryana CM
Delhi is supposed to receive around 1,050 cusec water at Munak, but the supply has reduced, Atishi said. "With the water from Munak Canal reducing to 840 cusecs, Delhi will be unable to produce adequate water from our seven WTPs."
Delhi Minister Atishi seeks emergency meeting with LG over water situation
Delhi Water Minister Atishi seeks emergency meeting with Lt Governor V K Saxena over inadequate water released by Haryana via Munak Canal for Delhi's water supply. Delhi is supposed to receive 1050 cusecs of water from Munak Canal through CLC and DSB sub-canals, reduced to 840 cusecs, affecting 7 Water Treatment Plants. Atishi requests intervention from the Central Govt.
"Haryana blocking Delhi's share of water", says Atishi as national capital reels under water crisis
AAP minister Atishi accused Haryana of blocking Delhi's water supply amid a severe water crisis in the national capital. She highlighted the decreasing water flow from Haryana and warned of chaos in Delhi if the situation persists.
Delhi water crisis: Haryana reducing water flow to Delhi, 'conspiring' against people, says Atishi
Atishi remarks come a day after the Supreme Court directed the Himachal Pradesh government to release 137 cusecs of surplus water to the national capital, and asked Haryana to facilitate its flow. The apex court also said there should be no politics over water.
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Delhi water crisis: Atishi requests Centre to ensure provision for release of spare water from UP, Haryana
Amid Delhi's water crisis, Water Minister Atishi urgently requested Union Minister of Jal Shakti Gajendra Shekhawat's intervention. Haryana's reduced water release from the Yamuna River has worsened the situation, exacerbated by soaring temperatures. Atishi urged action to ensure Delhi's water supply and implored Haryana to release its rightful share promptly
Rs 2,000 fine for wasting water: Delhi minister Atishi issues guidelines amid scarcity, directs Jal Board to review situation
Delhi's water minister, Atishi, issued directives on Wednesday aimed at conserving water resources in the region. She has instructed the Delhi Jal Board CEO to deploy 200 teams to monitor violations such as washing cars with hoses, overflowing water tanks, and using domestic water for construction or commercial purposes.
Delhi announces water supply cut. Check out the affected areas
Delhi Water Crisis: The Delhi state government has announced a water rationing plan for many areas in South Delhi, affecting areas like Greater Kailash and Lajpat Nagar, due to the ongoing water crisis. Many areas in north and south west Delhi are already facing significant water shortage this summer as the national capital faces a prolonged heatwave.
Water crisis in Bengaluru might not affect three first-leg IPL matches: KSCA
The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) had issued a notice, barring the usage of potable water for any other purpose such as gardening or washing vehicles.
Delhi borewell rescue ends in death; Body pulled out after 12-hour ops
The deceased was a male aged around 30 years. Atishi emphasised that the circumstances leading to the incident, such as how the individual entered the borewell room and subsequently fell inside, will be thoroughly investigated by the police.
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