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The Delhi and Central Governments have launched a collaborative initiative to combat Yamuna River pollution through innovative technological approaches. A comprehensive drone survey will map 22 major drains, with 67 specific locations earmarked for detailed monitoring. By September 2025, a permanent pollution tracking system will be established, supported by a significant budget allocation of 500 crores for decentralized sewage treatment plants. The multi-pronged strategy aims to intercept and treat water pollution before it enters the river, demonstrating a proactive environmental conservation effort.

Key Points: Delhi-Centre Drone Survey to Clean Yamuna River Pollution

  • Drone survey planned for 22 major drains entering Yamuna
  • 67 locations identified for pollution monitoring
  • 500 crore allocated for sewage treatment plants
  • Real-time water monitoring stations to be installed
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Centre, Delhi Government join hands to clean River Yamuna, drone survey to be conducted for 22 major drains

Joint effort between Delhi and Central Government launches comprehensive Yamuna River pollution monitoring using drone technology and strategic interventions

"By September 2025, a permanent system will be established to measure pollution impact - Government Source"

New Delhi, June 9

The Central Government and the Delhi Government have launched a collaborative effort to clean the Yamuna River, with a series of initiatives aimed at reducing pollution. A drone survey will be conducted for 22 major drains, and 67 locations have been identified for pollution monitoring.

A top source said the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) will re-verify 360 small and large drains and conduct a drone survey for 22 major drains falling into the river.

Sixty-seven locations have been identified for pollution monitoring in the River Yamuna. He added that a survey will be conducted by July, and the report will be submitted to the Delhi Jal Board.

By September 2025, a permanent system will be established to measure pollution impact twice yearly at the 67 identified locations.

WAPCOS, a central public sector enterprise wholly owned by the Government of India under the administrative control of the Ministry of Jal Shakti has been assigned the task of measuring water flow in the drains, which will be completed by July.

The National Mission for Clean Ganga will also survey Najafgarh and Shahdara drains by August. The Delhi Jal Board will survey the remaining 20 major drains.

Also, the Delhi government is installing 32 real-time water monitoring stations, including 10 on the Yamuna River and 22 on major drains, a senior official said.

In the Delhi budget 2025- 26, Delhi CM Gupta has allocated 500 cr specifically for Yamuna cleaning, where funding will be designated for the construction of 40 decentralised sewage treatment plants (STPs).

The aim is to treat the water before it enters the river, thereby addressing pollution at its source. A 1500 cr budget has also been allocated to rejuvenate Yamuna and improve the state's sewage infrastructure.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Finally some concrete action! The Yamuna has been neglected for too long. Using drone surveys is a smart move - hope they identify all pollution sources accurately. Just hope this isn't another announcement that fizzles out like previous cleanup promises. 🤞
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Priya M.
500 crore allocation is good, but will it reach the right places? We've seen funds disappear before. The real test will be whether we can actually see cleaner water by next year. Still, better late than never - our future generations deserve a clean Yamuna.
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Amit S.
Good to see Centre and Delhi govt working together on this. The Yamuna is not just Delhi's problem - it affects millions downstream. The decentralized STPs idea is excellent. Hope they also involve local communities in maintenance.
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Neha T.
Why does it take until 2025 for permanent monitoring? The pollution is happening now! But I appreciate the real-time monitoring stations - transparency is key. Maybe we'll finally see some accountability for industries dumping waste illegally.
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Vikram P.
As someone who grew up near Yamuna, this gives me hope. Remember when we could actually see fish in the river? The 1500 crore sewage infra budget is crucial - most pollution comes from untreated sewage. Bhagirath prayas chahiye Yamuna ke liye!
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Sunita R.
All this tech is good, but what about stopping religious offerings in the river? No amount of treatment plants will help if people keep throwing flowers, idols and waste directly into Yamuna. Need awareness campaigns too!

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