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Chennai Rains: Apartment Complexes Undergoing RWH Checks
15 Nov
Summary
- Over 18,000 apartment complexes in Chennai are being inspected for RWH systems.
- 307 out of 347 apartment complexes checked so far have functional RWH systems.
- Non-compliant apartments face warnings and potential penalties for RWH issues.
Metrowater in Chennai has initiated inspections of rainwater harvesting (RWH) systems at 18,424 apartment complexes throughout the city's 15 zones. As of Saturday, inspections were completed for 347 complexes, with 307 found to have fully operational RWH systems.
The 'Thuli' campaign, launched on October 21st, aims to boost awareness about RWH, with officials urging it to become a people's movement. Stickers are being placed on apartments with functioning systems. Officials are collaborating with residents' welfare associations to educate them on system maintenance.
Inspections are scheduled to continue every Saturday, with senior engineers overseeing the process. Commercial hubs, hospitals, and educational institutions will also be covered. Apartments failing to maintain their RWH systems will receive warnings, and sustained non-compliance may lead to penalties.
