MCD deploys over 500 pumps to tackle waterlogging during monsoon

As monsoon rains continue to lash the Capital, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has launched a comprehensive action plan to combat waterlogging, with an emphasis on swift ground response and inter-departmental coordination. Satya Sharma, Chairperson of the MCD Standing Committee, assured residents that the civic body is fully mobilised and actively working to minimise monsoon-related disruptions across the city.

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Highlighting the preparedness, Sharma said 79 permanent pumping stations and 465 mobile pumps of various capacities have been deployed across Delhi’s 12 zones. Additionally, extra portable pumps have been placed at vulnerable locations to swiftly tackle sudden water accumulation.

“All zonal heads, Deputy Commissioners and senior officials are on high alert and are closely monitoring the situation on the ground to ensure rapid response,” she said. “Our aim is to provide timely and effective relief, especially in areas prone to waterlogging.”

Fully operational control rooms have been set up at the MCD Headquarters and in each zone to register public complaints related to waterlogging, fallen trees or infrastructure damage. Zonal officials have been instructed to ensure time-bound resolution of complaints to minimise inconvenience to residents.

To strengthen ground operations, the MCD has constituted ward-level teams comprising Junior Engineers (JE), beldars, mates and sufficient manpower with essential tools stationed round-the-clock.

Extensive desilting operations are also underway using advanced machinery such as super sucker machines, jetting units, pokelanes, and backhoe loaders. These efforts are being carried out in collaboration with agencies like PWD, DSIIDC, and the Irrigation and Flood Control Department, ensuring efficient clearing of Delhi’s interconnected drainage system.