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Ahmedabad Lakes Polluted by Sewage, Illegal Connections Blamed
Over 100 lakes in Ahmedabad remain contaminated with sewage water due to failed stormwater lines and illegal drainage connections. The AMC's bioremediation plan faces delays as authorities focus on disconnecting illegal sources.
Navsari Rs 112 Cr Water & Drainage Project for New Areas
Navsari Municipal Corporation initiates a Rs 112 crore project to provide modern water supply and drainage networks to over 25,000 residents in newly added areas.
Panchkula DC Orders Wastewater Drainage in Khadkua
Deputy Commissioner Satpal Sharma directed officials to drain stagnant wastewater in Khadkua village during a Samadhan Shivir. He reviewed 15 grievances and emphasized timely resolution.
Navsari's Rs 112 Crore Water & Drainage Project Launched
Navsari Municipal Corporation initiates a major Rs 112 crore integrated project to provide reliable drinking water and proper sewage disposal in peripheral areas, addressing long-standing health concerns.
Lucknow Adopts Ahmedabad Model to Fight Waterlogging
Lucknow Municipal Corporation will implement Ahmedabad's storm-water management system to tackle chronic waterlogging and drain blockages during monsoons.
MP Govt Compensates 21 Indore Deaths in Water Contamination Case
Madhya Pradesh government told the High Court it paid Rs 2 lakh each to families of 21 people in Indore's Bhagirathpura area. The state admitted 51 tube wells were contaminated and outlined new safety measures.
Ghaziabad Water Contamination: 26 Samples Fail Safety Tests
Health officials in Ghaziabad detect coliform bacteria in 26 water samples, indicating sewage contamination. Authorities order immediate corrective actions in affected areas.
VMC Notices GETCO for Pipeline Damage in Vadodara
Vadodara Municipal Corporation holds Gujarat Energy Transmission Corporation accountable for damaging a drainage line during cable work, demanding compensation for repairs.
Delhi's 4 Key Drain Projects to Tackle Chronic Waterlogging
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta accelerates four major trunk drain projects under a revamped master plan to provide long-term relief from waterlogging and ensure swift rainwater discharge.
Noida Sectors Grapple with Severe Drainage Crisis
Residents of Noida sectors 40, 99, and 100 face severe sewage overflow and backflow into homes. RWA demands immediate action from Noida Authority to resolve the long-standing drainage blockage and health hazard.
Delhi's Rs 1,043-Cr Drain Plan to Tackle Waterlogging
Delhi government fast-tracks four major trunk drain projects worth over Rs 1,043 crore to provide permanent relief from chronic waterlogging in key areas. Details inside.
KMC Fast-Tracks Hrishikesh Park Drainage Station for Monsoon
Kolkata Municipal Corporation accelerates construction of a high-tech drainage pumping station at Hrishikesh Park to relieve waterlogging in north-central areas before the monsoon. #Kolkata #Waterlogging
Delhi's Rs 1,043 Cr Drainage Plan to Combat Flooding
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta announces four fast-tracked drainage projects worth over Rs 1,000 crore to solve chronic waterlogging. Key details on Mundka, MB Road, Kirari, and Rohtak Road initiatives.
Congress Protest Over Indore Water Deaths, Seeks Rs 1 Cr Compensation
Madhya Pradesh Congress to hold protest march in Indore over water contamination deaths, demands mayor's resignation and Rs 1 crore compensation for victims' families. Details inside.
Ghaziabad cook arrested for spitting on chapatis before tandoor
A 23-year-old cook in Ghaziabad was arrested after a viral video showed him spitting on chapatis. This is the latest case under UP's strict new food contamination ordinances. Read the shocking details.
Mohali's Rs 7 Crore Pipeline to Solve Waterlogging
Mohali Municipal Corporation greenlights a Rs 7 crore storm water drainage project from Mataur Chowk to N Choe, promising a permanent fix for chronic monsoon flooding in Phase 3B2, Phase VII, and adjoining areas. Read more.
Rohtak Farmers Pin Hopes on ₹1,2K Cr Drainage Projects
Farmers in Rohtak face crop losses from waterlogged fields. New ₹1,200 crore drainage projects promise relief. Will this end the decades-long waterlogging crisis? Read more.
Surat: 4 units shut for illegal chemical waste dumping
GPCB shuts four Surat units for dumping 50 tonnes of chemical waste from Bharuch into city drains. A Rs 25 lakh fine imposed and water connections cut. Full details on the busted racket inside.
Patiala farmers sue Punjab Drainage Dept over land grab
Farmers from Dudhan Gujran village file civil suit against Punjab officials for illegally altering 13 acres of land for Tangri River drainage work without compensation. Read their legal battle.
Jaundice outbreak closes Odisha school, water contamination found
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Khurda shut for a week after 62 jaundice cases. Lab reports confirm faecal contamination in school's water supply. Read for details on the outbreak and corrective measures.
Patna Metro Work Must Not Affect Drainage: Commissioner
Patna Municipal Commissioner Yashpal Meena orders engineers to safeguard city drainage during metro construction. Special teams deployed to monitor major nalas and prevent waterlogging. Read for details.
Mohali's Rs 7 Cr Drainage Project Gets Nod to End Waterlogging
A major Rs 7 crore drainage project in Mohali gets approval, promising relief from chronic waterlogging for residents of Sector 70, Phase 7, and adjoining areas with a new underground pipeline.
Mumbai's 386 Flood Spots: Why Drains Fail at 55mm Rain
Mumbai's monsoon nightmare worsens as extreme rain overwhelms drains built for 55mm/hour. With 386 flooding spots and aging infrastructure, urgent civic action is needed. Read more.
Gandhinagar typhoid outbreak linked to contaminated water
Over 100 suspected typhoid cases in Gandhinagar after drainage water mixed with drinking supply. Health teams on war footing, pipeline repairs underway. Details inside.
Bamboo Planting Risks: Hidden Damage to Homes Explained
Planting bamboo for privacy can backfire. Learn how running bamboo damages house foundations, blocks drains & causes disputes. Essential guide for Indian homeowners.
Indore declares waterborne disease an epidemic, 10 dead
Indore health officials declare a waterborne disease outbreak an epidemic in Bhagirathpura, with 10 fatalities. Central and state teams are investigating the contamination source. Read for latest updates.
Chandigarh begins Rs 21 lakh drainage work in Sectors 45, 46
Chandigarh MC starts a Rs 21 lakh drainage project in Sectors 45 & 46 to combat waterlogging. Completion expected in a month. Read about local concerns and project details.
Sewage Contamination in Bengaluru's KSFC Layout Sickens Family
A Bengaluru family's ordeal with suspected sewage-contaminated water leads to illness and exposes gaps in BWSSB's monitoring system. Residents demand proactive safety checks.
Ex-ZP Member Raises Alarm Over Bhiwani Sanitation Crisis
Former Zila Parishad member highlights severe sanitation and drainage issues in Bhiwani's wards, urging immediate civic action to prevent health hazards.
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