Key Points

Haryana's Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has taken a significant step towards water conservation by directing forest officials to build check dams in hilly terrains. The initiative aims to preserve groundwater levels and improve environmental sustainability across the state. Saini stressed the importance of maintaining project quality and completing work within stipulated timelines. His comprehensive approach also includes directives for river cleaning, tree plantation, and establishing ecological zones like Oxyvans.

Key Points: Nayab Singh Saini Urges Check Dams for Rainwater Conservation

  • CM mandates maximum check dam construction in hilly terrains
  • Directs planting saplings during monsoon season
  • Emphasizes project transparency and timely completion
  • Orders establishment of Oxyvans in every district
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Build check dams in hilly terrains to conserve rainwater, says Haryana CM

Haryana CM directs forest officials to build check dams in hilly regions, emphasizing groundwater preservation and project quality

"If any such complaint is received that sewage is not being treated, a penalty would be imposed - Nayab Singh Saini"

Chandigarh, April 26

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Saturday directed officials of the Forest Department to build maximum check dams in hilly terrains to conserve rainwater.

"This will also help retain the groundwater level," the Chief Minister, reviewing projects of various departments, including the Home, Revenue, Environment, Forest and Wildlife and Transport, related to 'CM Announcements'.

He will review the remaining departments on April 29, an official statement said. Saini told officials not to compromise on quality at any cost in the construction of check dams. He also directed to check the current condition of all the old check dams and repair them.

The Chief Minister ordered to plant saplings on roadsides during the monsoon and ensure their survival. He told officials to give concrete shape to the plan of establishing at least two 'Oxyvans' in every district. While giving instructions to clean the Ghaggar river, he said that at some places, sullage is being treated through the sewage treatment plants (STPs) before releasing it into the river.

"If any such complaint is received that sewage is not being treated, a penalty would be imposed on the STP contractor." The Chief Minister, while giving instructions to complete the projects related to 'CM Announcements' within the stipulated period, said that delay in completion of the project also increases its cost.

He also said that if there is a delay in completion of the work due to any valid reason, then the officer must write the 'reason for delay' in the file. He asked to ensure space for the office of the fire brigade in the industrial areas of HSIIDC in future so that there is no delay in controlling any fire incident in the industrial areas. Advising officers to work with full honesty, he said they should maintain complete transparency in completing various schemes and projects.

- IANS

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Rajesh K.
Finally some concrete steps for water conservation! Check dams in hilly areas are so important for our farmers. Hope they maintain quality like CM said 🙏
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Priya M.
Love the focus on Oxyvans too! We need more green spaces in cities. Though I wonder how they'll ensure sapling survival during summers 🌱
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Amit S.
Good initiative but execution is key. Last time many check dams were built poorly and collapsed in first monsoon. Hope they learn from past mistakes.
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Sunita R.
Cleaning Ghaggar river is long overdue! The STP penalty system sounds strict but necessary. Our rivers deserve better 💧
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Vikram J.
While I appreciate the water conservation efforts, I hope they're also consulting local communities and environmental experts. Sometimes these projects disrupt natural water flow patterns.
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Neha T.
Fire brigade offices in industrial areas is a smart move! Safety should always be prioritized. Overall great announcements today 👏

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