The Public Works Department (PWD) has initiated the construction of a 675,000-litre underground water storage sump in southwest Delhi to mitigate chronic waterlogging in areas like Dwarka and along the Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II) corridor. The project, sanctioned at an estimated cost of ₹9.63 crore (approximately $1.16 million USD), aims to enhance the drainage system by intercepting and channeling rainwater run-off towards the Mungeshpur drain. It includes the installation of a 1,000 mm diameter ductile iron pipeline and screening chambers to filter debris, ensuring efficient stormwater flow. The project is expected to be completed within four months and is part of a larger drainage improvement strategy for the Najafgarh zone, which has faced frequent flooding during monsoon seasons. This infrastructure development is crucial for managing increased urban density in the region and aims to reduce waterlogging, thereby improving traffic movement and the overall quality of life for residents.