sewage treatment
Haryana's Rs 5,700 Crore 'Water Secure Haryana' Program: Transforming Irrigation Management with World Bank Support
Nov 07, 2025 05:16 pm CST
The Haryana Government is launching the ambitious 'Water Secure Haryana' Program worth Rs 5,700 crore, with Rs 4,000 crore support from the World Bank. Starting in 2026, this six-year initiative aims to revolutionize irrigation and water management across 18 districts through advanced infrastructure, water body construction, treated wastewater reuse, micro-irrigation systems, sustainable agriculture practices, and innovative drainage solutions to transform Haryana into India's first truly water-secure state by 2032.
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.