Kejriwal Government to transform Delhi into a city of lakes
Artificial lake construction to aid in storing clean water from various units of Haidarpur WTP.
Artificial lake construction to aid in storing clean water from various units of Haidarpur WTP, improving groundwater levels
Delhi Government to transform Delhi into a city of lakes.
Artificial lake construction to aid in storing clean water from various units of Haidarpur WTP, improving groundwater levels.
MPNN-NEWS
New Delhi – The Delhi government is working diligently to realise Chief Minister Shri Arvind Kejriwal’s vision of transforming the national capital, Delhi, into a “City of Lakes.” The government is revitalising and converting Delhi’s lakes into captivating tourist destinations. As part of this ambitious endeavour, the Delhi Jal Board, under the guidance of Chief Minister Shri Arvind Kejriwal, is currently constructing an artificial lake on a 2.2-acre plot within the Haidarpur WTP complex. This artificial lake is designed to have a depth of 6 metres and a storage capacity of approximately 53,000 cubic metres, equivalent to 1.1 million gallons. Its purpose is to store clean water sourced from various units of the Haidarpur WTP, thus mitigating the wastage of pristine water through drains. The artificial lake will enable a daily recharge of approximately 8 million litres of water. The estimated cost of this project is around 6 crore rupees, and it is expected to be completed within a span of 6 months.
Spread across approximately 100 acres of land, the Haidarpur WTP houses a recycling plant with a capacity of 16 MGD. In comparison to its capacity of 216 MGD, the Haidarpur WTP currently produces nearly 240 MGD of drinking water. Sometimes, due to technical issues, the excess water is often released into the supplementary Drain. To address this wastage of water, the Kejriwal government plans to construct an artificial lake on a 2.2-acre area within the premises of Haidarpur WTP. This initiative aims to divert the water directly to the lake instead of letting it flow into the drains during instances such as pipe bursts, repair works, or pump house-related issues, which previously led to reduced water production or forced drainage of clean water. The lake’s construction will allow water to be stored and aid in recharging the groundwater, thereby mitigating the dependence on drains. Additionally, the presence of the lake will improve the water quality of the existing 33 tube wells in Haidarpur, enhancing their lifespan as well.
The artificial lake being constructed on the premises of Haidarpur WTP will serve as a habitat for various species of trees, plants, and birds. It will also contribute to improving the surrounding environment. Apart from reducing the demand and supply gap for water in the growing population of the metropolis, it will also help lower the temperature during the peak summer season. The Kejriwal government is considering opening the lake to the public after its completion so that the local residents and tourists can find solace and respite from the heat. The Delhi government, under the leadership of Shri Arvind Kejriwal, has also decided to build such artificial lakes in other WTPs of Delhi to conserve the wastage of water.
Shri Arvind Kejriwal’s government has a vision to transform Delhi into a “City of lakes”. To realise this vision, the Delhi Jal Board is undertaking the restoration and construction of lakes in Delhi to recharge the groundwater. These lakes will also contribute to improving the declining groundwater levels in Delhi. Additionally, they will serve as carbon sinks. Furthermore, these lakes will provide a habitat for various species of plants, birds, and animals. They will not only help reduce the demand and supply gap for water in the growing population of the metropolis but also assist in lowering the temperature during the peak summer season. The piezometers installed in the areas surrounding the lakes will indicate the rise in groundwater levels. The construction and rejuvenation of these lakes will also create an ecosystem in the region.
