The problem of high ammonical nitrogen concentration in the Yamuna during winter is not new. Between December and March each year, treatment plants have to be either shut down or work at reduced capacity several times as the system can handle ammonia only up to 1 part per million (ppm).
Delhi Water Minister Atishi inspected the Wazirabad Water Treatment Plant and Reservoir. “The Arvind Kejriwal government will carry out desilting of the Wazirabad reservoir, increasing its capacity by several crores of litres,” she said. Atishi also inspected the Pump House there. Atishi said: “ Due to unexpected floods this year, the pumps were submerged and…
The rise in water level has been a matter of concern, leading to a flood-like situation in the national capital and adjoining regions. The river water level had been hovering around the danger mark of 205.33 metres for the last few days after reaching an all-time high of 208.66 metres on July 13. However, the river crossed the danger mark at 5:0 pm on July 10 following incessant rainfall in the national capital.
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