Delhi Faces Water Shortages Due to High Ammonia Levels in Yamuna River
Delhi is bracing for potential water shortages as high ammonia levels in the Yamuna River at the Wazirabad pond have forced the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) to cut water supply. The DJB has announced a reduction of 5 to 10 percent in water production from various treatment plants until the situation improves, impacting numerous neighborhoods across the national capital.
Understanding the Situation: Why the Cut in Water Supply?
The DJB has attributed the water supply rationalization to regular high pollutant levels in the Yamuna. “Due to regular receipt of high pollutant in river Yamuna at Wazirabad pond, the DJB is ensuring to rationalise the water supply,” stated a DJB official. The water production will be curtailed from the Haiderpur Phase-I, Phase-II, Bawana, and Dwarka Water Treatment Plants (WTPs) until further notice.
Neighborhoods Affected by Water Supply Cuts
Several key areas will experience disruptions due to the reduced water production. These areas include:
- Majnu Ka Tila
- ISBT
- GPO
- NDMC area
- Defence Colony
- South Extension
- Greater Kailash
- Punjabi Bagh
- Shalimar Bagh
- Parts of South Delhi
Additionally, regions served by the Haiderpur, Bawana, and Dwarka treatment plants, such as Pitampura, Rohini, and Paschim Vihar, will also experience disruptions.
The Ammonia Contamination Challenge
The ammonia concentrations in the Yamuna have exceeded 5.0 ppm, causing the Wazirabad Water Treatment Plant to operate at just 25-50 percent of its capacity. The DJB has urged residents to use water judiciously and has made water tankers available on demand to mitigate the shortage.
Community Impact and Call for Action
Residents in North Delhi have already reported decreased water supply, particularly during morning hours. With complaints about low pressure and contaminated water surfacing from areas like Timarpur and Sadar, community leaders are calling for immediate attention to the issue.
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