The New Delhi Municipal Council has worked out a plan for launching its pilot project of 24×7 water supply in the Vinay Marg area and will begin work on it by March next year. While the consultant for the project has submitted its report in this regard, the civic body is finalising the finer points of the project.
Replacement Of Pipes And Installation Of New Water Supply Infrastructure
The current pipes will be replaced with those of varying diameters and additional pipes will be laid. Pumps, accessories and panels for optimal water flow will be installed while leakages will be fixed to minimise water loss. Two new underground storage units will be created near Sarojini Nagar Navyug School and Talkatora cricket ground to enhance water supply.
Expansion Of 24×7 Water Supply After Successful Pilot Phase
NDMC vice-chairman Kuljeet Chahal said that depending on the results of the pilot project, 24×7 water supply will be extended to other areas. “We have a network of 470km of water pipes. The pilot phase will cover govt accommodations on Vinay Marg, Sewa Basti, the market and some offices,” revealed Chahal. “The original plan was prepared in 2023, but we recently reworked it to add more features and new technologies to tap leakages.” The initial project cost of Rs 1.8 crore has been revised to Rs 3 crore.
Plans To Extend Piped Water Supply To Slum Clusters Under Har Ghar Jal Initiative
Chahal added, “The consultant made a comprehensive presentation to NDMC, which led to further refinements and clarification of cost-benefit analyses,” said Chahal further. In Phase I of augmenting the water supply in Lutyens’ Delhi, NDMC will provide individual piped water connections in 32 slum clusters, where around 46,930 people live.
Upgrading Water Infrastructure Across Key Locations In Delhi
“This project is undertaken on the basis of the Prime Minister’s Har Ghar Jal initiative under the Jal Jeevan Mission and will benefit approximately 9,386 households in 32 slum clusters. The total estimated cost for this project is Rs 12.7 crore, with an average cost of Rs 13,562 per household. NDMC has requested funds for this from the AMRUT ministry,” said Chahal.
NDMC Divides JJ Clusters Into Three Categories For Efficient Project Management
For the successful completion of this project, NDMC has divided all JJ clusters into three categories – north of Rajpath in the first, embassies and Sarojini Nagar in the second, and Lodhi Colony, Bharti Nagar, Khan Market, etc., in the third part. “This division was essential for efficient management and timely execution of the project,” said Chahal. “Planning for the first two categories is in progress, with work expected to commence on or before March 2025. For the third category, the preparation of the tendering process is under way and work in these colonies is expected to also start soon.”
NDMC To Upgrade Water Pipelines To Ensure Seamless Water Supply And Prevent Waste
In addition to work under the 24×7 water supply project, NDMC will also upgrade water pipelines along Subramanium Bharti Marg, in Pandara Park and other key locations to ensure seamless water supply throughout the area and to prevent any waste of water due to leakage in the pipelines.
