Chandigarh Taps Canal Water for Thirsty Colonies

Chandigarh's Municipal Corporation is initiating a significant ₹21.44 crore canal water supply project to enhance potable water access in densely populated and industrial areas across wards 7, 8, and 9. This move addresses the city's over-reliance on groundwater, with over 200 tubewells still supplying a substantial amount of daily water.

The project aims to connect colonies currently dependent on tubewells to the Sector 32 waterworks, providing a more reliable supply of treated canal water. This transition is crucial as groundwater extraction exceeds recharge rates, leading to declining water tables. The existing dual system of groundwater and canal water is increasingly unsustainable for the city.

In parallel, a ₹22 crore sewer rehabilitation plan is being implemented to address the deterioration of critical trunk sewer lines. This trenchless technology project will upgrade lines serving major residential and peripheral areas, tackling issues like chronic overflows and blockages that have persisted for decades.

Other agenda items for the General House include a revamp of Leisure Valley in Sector 10 and the auction of 22 fire and rescue vehicles. Invitations for expressions of interest for sponsorship of the Chrysanthemum Show and Rose Festival are also planned.