Delhi's Rs 1,500-Crore Commitment to Rejuvenate Yamuna: A New Era for the Capital's Waterways

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced a Rs 1,500-crore plan to clean the Yamuna River and update Delhi's sewage systems. The project includes building sewage treatment plants and purchasing advanced equipment. The Delhi government seeks Rs 2,000 crore financial aid from the Centre, emphasizing its dedication to river rejuvenation.

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has unveiled an ambitious Rs 1,500-crore initiative aimed at cleaning the Yamuna River and upgrading Delhi's sewage infrastructure.

The plan includes constructing 40 decentralised sewage treatment plants, modernizing existing STPs, and investing in cutting-edge machinery to combat pollution and waste effectively.

The Delhi government has planned a significant financial outlay, seeking Rs 2,000 crore in assistance from the Centre, reinforcing its commitment to river rejuvenation as part of its broader environmental strategy.

(With inputs from agencies.)