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DJB to replace 733 km of South Delhi pipelines in Rs 6,044-crore project
DJB to replace 733 km of South Delhi pipelines in Rs 6,044-crore project
The Delhi Jal Board (DJB) will undertake a Rs 6,044-crore project over three years to replace 732.65 km of old pipelines and lay 606 km of new lines across 12 assembly constituencies in South Delhi, officials said. The revamp aims to provide round-the-clock water supply to about 25 lakh people across 247 square kilometres, including areas that face acute shortages and water quality concerns during summer.
The existing network in these constituencies spans 1,872 km and is expected to meet a demand of 178 million gallons per day by 2031. With the additions, the total network will expand to 2,478 km. The plan includes 13 new underground water reservoirs and advanced smart meters for all 3,89,892 connections. The meters will generate bills based on actual consumption and detect leaks or tampering.
Constituencies covered include Jangpura, Kasturba Nagar, Mehrauli, Greater Kailash, Tughlakabad, Badarpur and Okhla. Officials said replacing ageing pipes in older colonies such as Hauz Khas and Panchsheel is critical to prevent contamination from leakages.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The project addresses a core infrastructure gap: South Delhi's ageing network has caused both supply shortages and contamination risks, especially in summer. By replacing 733 km of old pipes and adding smart meters, the DJB targets two problems simultaneously, physical water loss and unaccounted consumption. The Rs 6,044-crore cost and three-year timeline suggest a significant operational challenge. Success will depend on execution pace and consumer adoption of the new metering system. The project also sets a baseline for future network management across other parts of Delhi.
Source: hindustantimes.com
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