These days the country’s capital is facing a serious water crisis. About Delhi’s 3 crore population is forced to wander for water . According to the data of Delhi Jal Board, The capital Delhi is covered by 129 crore gallons of water is needed. Whereas in Delhi, land–The water level has gone down considerably, The rivers around Delhi have either dried up or their water is no longer potable.. The question arises that from where does Delhi get its water supply?? Let’s find out.
Where does Delhi get water from?
The capital Delhi gets its water supply from the Yamuna river."s1"> (From Haryana), from river Ganga (From Uttar Pradesh) and Bhakra Nangal (From Punjab) it happens. Year If we talk about a report that came out in 2023, then Delhi gets about 38.9 million gallons, About 25.3 crore gallons and from Bhakra Nangal about 22.1 crore gallons of water was supplied
To put it simply In 2023 Delhi will get total 95.3 crore gallons of water was available. while In 2024 this figure will increase to 96.9 crore gallons. However, Delhi is still not getting water as per its requirement, This is the reason why Delhi is facing severe water crisis.
Tanker mafias also have an impact!
According to a report by NDTV, Tanker mafia illegally pumps water from Munak canal. This canal is the only supplier for Delhi. In a letter to LG, Delhi minister Atishi mentioned the decreasing number of water tankers in the capital. Besides this, Delhi LG Saxena has asked Delhi Police Commissioner to keep a strict vigil on Munak Canal to prevent water theft. . If anyone is caught stealing water, he is to be arrested straight away.
What is the work of Delhi Jal Board?
Act, 1998 Delhi Jal Board was formed under. It is responsible for the production and distribution of drinking water in Delhi. Delhi Jal Board manages waste water in the capital/Sewage collection, is also responsible for treatment and disposal. It supplies water to most parts of the country’s capital.
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