New Drain Regulator to Enhance Flood Control in Mungeshpur, Delhi
Drain regulator proposed at Mungeshpur to prevent Yamuna water backflow during floods
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The Delhi government's Irrigation and Flood Control department plans to build a drain regulator on the Mungeshpur drain to prevent Yamuna water backflow during floods. This initiative follows severe flooding in July 2023 and aims to bolster the city's flood management system.
- 01The proposed drain regulator will be built where the Mungeshpur drain meets the Yamuna floodplain.
- 02This new structure is part of broader flood-control measures after the Yamuna reached a record level of 208.6 meters in July 2023.
- 03Delhi has 40 existing drain regulators that help manage flood risks in vulnerable areas.
- 04Recent upgrades include redesigning and repairing existing regulators, particularly one near ITO that failed during the 2023 floods.
- 05Monitoring teams and telemetry systems are being deployed to enhance flood preparedness ahead of the monsoon.
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The Delhi government's Irrigation and Flood Control (I&FC) department is set to construct a new drain regulator on the Mungeshpur drain in outer north Delhi. This initiative aims to prevent backflow from the Yamuna River into low-lying areas during floods, particularly following the record water level of 208.6 meters reached in July 2023. The regulator will be installed at the junction of the drain and the Yamuna floodplain, enhancing the flood-control infrastructure in the region. Currently, Delhi has 40 drain regulators that play a crucial role in managing flood risks. Recent improvements have been made to existing regulators, including redesigns and repairs, especially to the one near ITO, which experienced a breach during the 2023 floods that caused significant flooding in central Delhi. The I&FC department is also deploying monitoring teams and telemetry systems to track water levels and ensure preparedness for the upcoming monsoon season.
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The new drain regulator will significantly enhance flood management in outer north Delhi, reducing the risk of flooding in vulnerable areas.
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