The meeting was attended by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Union Jal Shakti Minister C R Patil, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister P K Mishra, Principal Secretary-2 to Prime Minister Shaktikanta Das, and Additional Secretary to PM Atish Chandra.
ANDALIB AKHTER / New Delhi
In a bid to address the pollution crisis in Yamuna River and drinking water supply in the national capital, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today chaired a comprehensive review meeting at his official residence.
The meeting brought together key stakeholders, including Union Ministers and the Chief Minister of Delhi, to assess the status of the river’s cleaning and rejuvenation efforts.
During the meeting, PM Modi reviewed the agency-wise action plan, which includes short-term, medium-term, and long-term activities to be completed within specific timelines. The plan focuses on several key areas, including drain management, sewage treatment, solid waste management, and industrial waste management.
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The Prime Minister emphasized the need for immediate action to improve the river’s water quality and directed the agencies involved to expedite their efforts.
The meeting also discussed measures to enhance the river’s flow, protect floodplains, and develop green spaces along its banks.
With a renewed commitment to cleaning the Yamuna, the government aims to make significant progress in the coming months. The meeting’s outcome is expected to have a positive impact on the river’s health and the lives of millions of people who depend on it.
Key Takeaways:
- Comprehensive action plan with short-term, medium-term, and long-term activities
- Focus on drain management, sewage treatment, solid waste management, and industrial waste management
- Measures to enhance river flow, protect floodplains, and develop green spaces
- Agencies directed to expedite efforts and meet specific timelines