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The Municipal Corporation of Delhi has started repair and maintenance work on borewells across city parks to ensure water availability during the summer months. Around 3,500 borewells support over 15,200 parks, many of which depend fully on groundwater for irrigation. Funds are being released zone-wise and tenders are being processed to complete the work on time. The move comes after last year's maintenance delays led to water shortages in several parks. Officials are also checking non-functional equipment to improve reliability and reduce dependence on tanker supply.
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi has initiated repair and maintenance work for borewells installed across parks to ensure steady water supply during the upcoming summer season. These borewells are a key source of irrigation for public green spaces, especially in areas where piped water supply is limited. Advertisement
Around 3,500 borewells fall under the horticulture department and are used to maintain more than 15,200 parks across the city. In several locations, a single borewell supplies water to multiple parks through connected pipelines. Parks without direct borewell access depend on tanker services, with the civic body currently operating about 32 tankers to meet such needs.
To avoid last-minute disruptions, the civic body has started releasing funds zone-wise to its electrical department for repair and upkeep of these borewells. Allocations have already been made in some zones such as West and Civil Lines, while the remaining zones are being covered in phases. The tendering process is also underway and is expected to be completed within the current cycle so that all systems are functional before peak summer demand.
Officials have been instructed to carry out a detailed inspection of existing infrastructure. This includes identifying damaged or non-functional motors, pumps, and other components that may require repair or replacement. The aim is to ensure that all borewells are operational and capable of handling increased usage during the hotter months.
The step follows issues faced in the past year when delays in maintenance, mainly due to budget constraints, affected the functioning of several borewells. This led to water shortages in a number of parks, impacting greenery and regular upkeep. Residents in some areas had raised concerns about dry patches and limited tanker supply, highlighting gaps in maintenance planning.
Alongside immediate repairs, the civic body has also been exploring measures to improve long-term water management in parks. This includes discussions around using treated water and reducing dependency on groundwater sources. While these plans are still being worked on, the current focus remains on ensuring that existing borewell systems function efficiently during the summer period.
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