Mar 8, 2025 · The Yamuna River, once central to Delhi’s heritage, is now one of the most polluted rivers in India. Despite decades of cleanup efforts and billions spent on treatment projects, toxic waste,...

1 day ago · Residents have frequently complained about floating waste and sewage, which contribute to a foul odour and health hazards. Waste from the Shahdara Link drain ultimately flows into the river Yamuna, making its cleanup essential for broader river rejuvenation efforts. The newly-elected BJP government has promised to clean the Yamuna.

5 days ago · As per timelines given by various States under the Yamuna Action Plan, the pollution in the river Yamuna is likely to be addressed by December 2027. This will automatically address the pollution issue of Gurugram Canal”. ... About Delhi’s role in river-water pollution, the minister added, “The NCT of Delhi has installed STPs of 3474 MLD ...

Mar 25, 2025 · The Yamuna River, a lifeline for Delhi, has been battling severe pollution for decades. Industrial waste, untreated sewage, and solid waste dumping have turned large stretches of the river into toxic water zones. Despite multiple cleanup efforts, over 70% of Delhi’s wastewater still flows untreated into the Yamuna, making it one of the most ...

Mar 26, 2025 · The Najafgarh Drain, one of the largest contributors to Yamuna's pollution, will see a Rs 200-crore investment for its conversion and interception. Furthermore, Rs 40 crore will be used to purchase modern equipment, including trash skimmers, weed harvesters, and dredge utility machines, to keep the river clean.

Feb 18, 2025 · The Yamuna river faces severe pollution due to untreated sewage, industrial effluents, and waste from major drains. Its water quality has deteriorated, affecting marine life as well as public health.

6 days ago · The Yamuna’s pollution crisis is largely concentrated in a 22-km stretch within Delhi, which accounts for 76 per cent of the river’s total pollution. This is primarily due to the discharge of untreated sewage from unauthorised colonies and industrial areas, …

3 days ago · A water quality analysis by the Delhi Pollution Control Committee in February shows that the Dissolved Oxygen (DO) levels became zero from the ISBT bridge until Asgarpur where the river exits Delhi. Two per cent of the 1,376 km-long river flows in Delhi and yet, it contributes to 97% of the pollution load, according to government records.

6 days ago · Despite these efforts, only 2% of the river flows through urban Delhi, yet it holds over 80% of the pollution. Recent reports revealed failures in implementing sewage management systems. Yamuna Action Plan. The Yamuna Action Plan (YAP) is a major river restoration initiative launched in 1993. It has three phases.

Mar 25, 2025 · Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced a Rs 1,500-crore plan to clean the Yamuna River and improve Delhi's sewage infrastructure. The plan includes building 40 decentralised sewage treatment plants, upgrading existing STPs, and investing in advanced machinery. The government seeks Rs 2,000 crore from the Centre for bringing water and sewage infrastructure to international standards.