Yamuna river pollution
Delhi's Yamuna River Returns to Foam-Covered State After Temporary Chhath Festival Cleanup
Dec 06, 2025 08:50 pm CST
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta addresses the reappearance of toxic foam on the Yamuna River weeks after a successful temporary cleanup for the Chhath festival, explaining the challenges of long-term river restoration and the ongoing efforts to upgrade the city's drainage infrastructure to combat industrial pollution.
Delhi's Yamuna River Remains Polluted Despite Rs 5,536 Crore Investment: Infrastructure Gaps Revealed
Dec 02, 2025 01:34 am CST
Despite significant investment of Rs 5,536 crore over three years, the Yamuna River continues flowing polluted through Delhi due to critical infrastructure deficiencies. The Ministry of Jal Shakti identified a 414 MLD sewage treatment shortfall, missing industrial treatment plants, delayed upgrades, and inadequate solid waste processing as key factors preventing river restoration despite ongoing cleanup programs and relatively clean water entering the city.
Yamuna River Pollution Crisis: Delhi Minister Defends Cleanup Efforts Despite Unsafe Water Quality Report
Oct 25, 2025 07:27 pm CST
The Delhi Pollution Control Committee report reveals the Yamuna River remains unsafe for bathing before Chhath Puja, sparking political tensions between BJP and AAP. Water Minister Parvesh Verma defends the government's transparency and cleanup efforts, highlighting improvements while acknowledging the long-term nature of the river restoration project. Most of Delhi's 27 major drains continue to exceed safe pollution limits, requiring urgent sewage treatment interventions.