The resident welfare associations demanded a definite timeline for cleaning the Yamuna, effective measures to check unauthorized constructions and preservation of South Delhi Aravalli ridge during a webinar conducted by the Delhi Development Authority to seek people’s suggestions on the Master Plan-2041.
195 participants attended the webinar on Thursday during which suggestions and objections were invited on the environment, economy, culture, heritage, and public spaces.
East Delhi Residents’ Welfare Association Joint Federation president BS Vohra said there are several announcements that have been made over time regarding the cleaning of the Yamuna. “DDA is saying in its master plan that it is a blue asset which will be revived. I can see the Yamuna as a black asset at present due to drain water and hazardous wastes being released into it. DDA should give us a definite timeline regarding when it plans to clean the river,” he said.
Link: Indian Express
