₹2 Crore Project Launched to Combat Waterlogging at Bharat Mandapam
₹2 crore project to address chronic waterlogging at Bharat Mandapam in the works
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The India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) is initiating a ₹2 crore project to construct an underground sump reservoir and a high-pressure pumping system near Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, India, to mitigate chronic waterlogging. The project aims to channel excess rainwater into municipal drains and is expected to take three months to complete.
- 01The project will cost approximately ₹2 crore (roughly $240,000 USD).
- 02An underground sump reservoir will be created to manage rainwater.
- 03The project includes five high-capacity submersible pumps.
- 04Waterlogging has been a recurring issue in the area, particularly during heavy rainfall.
- 05The project is expected to take around three months, likely not completed before the monsoon.
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The India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) is set to address chronic waterlogging issues at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, India, with a new project costing ₹2 crore (approximately $240,000 USD). The initiative will involve constructing an underground sump reservoir and installing a high-pressure pumping system designed to channel excess rainwater from Gate No. 3 to a nearby municipal drain. Officials estimate that 1,000 cubic metres will be excavated to create a waterproof reservoir equipped with five high-capacity submersible pumps that will continuously drain accumulated water. This project is expected to take around three months, but it is unlikely to be completed before the upcoming monsoon season. Areas surrounding Bharat Mandapam, including the Pragati Maidan tunnel, have faced significant waterlogging during heavy rains, leading to temporary closures and diversions. Previous infrastructure interventions have been made, including new drains and kerb channels to enhance stormwater discharge. The area has seen minor waterlogging issues even during significant events like the G20 Summit in 2023.
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This project aims to significantly reduce waterlogging in the area, which can improve accessibility and safety for commuters and residents during heavy rainfall.
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