NDMC to use modular pit technology for rainwater harvesting, flood management
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NDMC to use modular pit technology for rainwater harvesting, flood management

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, In a move to enhance water conservation, the NDMC is set to implement modular pit technology for rainwater harvesting and flood management. NDMC to use modular pit technology for rainwater harvesting, flood management New Delhi Municipal Council Chairman Keshav Chandra and civic body's Vice Chairman Kuljeet Singh Chahal on Monday attended a meeting on flood management and the “Jal Sanchay – Jan Bhagidari” initiative, organized by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, an official statement said. "To optimize water utilization, the NDMC has initiated rainwater harvesting projects across its jurisdiction, adopting Modular Rainwater Harvesting pits that leverage crosswave technology — a cost-effective and eco-friendly solution for rainwater collection," he said. The load-bearing structures allow dual-use of land for parking or parks and their high void ratio ensures 95 per cent water storage capacity and water stored through RWH pits will be utilized for groundwater recharge, fountains, beautification projects and maintaining green spaces across the NDMC areas, it added.

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NDMC to set up rainwater harvesting pits at 140 sites
3 months, 2 weeks ago

NDMC to set up rainwater harvesting pits at 140 sites

Hindustan Times  

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The Hindu  

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