The Delhi Government said on Friday that it will upgrade the existing Wazirabad barrage with the latest technology. In a meeting with Jal Board officials, Water Minister Satyendar Jain discussed required modifications for the barrage which was built in 1959 across the Yamuna river.
Presently, Yamuna has a total of six barrages. These new barrages will be constructed with the latest technology with flood alarm systems for quick response during the rainy season.
This will be a revolutionary step to stop flooding in nearby areas which will lead to safeguarding the property and lives of people.
This new barrage will also help to hold more water during the non-rainy season leading to more water percolation, which will further help to increase the groundwater levels of the city.
Jain said, “The upgradation process of these barrages is the need of the hour. Every year, lakhs of cusecs of water flows in the River. It is important to have the latest technology to regulate the barrage system." He further added that ‘’New barrage will help in improving ground water recharge and stabilize river water elevation to feed water treatment plants of Delhi Jal Board."
During monsoon season upto 4-5 lakh Million gallons of water flows all at once through these barrages.
