Jaipur: State’s water resources department (WRD) has roped in an expert agency authorised by the Govt of India to depollute Jaipur’s three major dams: Kanota, Chandlai, and Nevta.A WRD official said the agency will prepare a detailed project report (DPR), focusing on improving water quality, identifying sources of pollution, GIS-based mapping, biodiversity conservation, use of modern water treatment technologies, and exploring possibilities for local livelihood generation and eco-tourism.
“The agency’s report will detail causes of pollution in the dams, including the source, quantity, and type of polluted water. It will also include preventive measures, options for polluted water drainage, and a long-term development framework. Te report will outline a system for supplying water from the dams for irrigation, including necessary machinery and water management system,” the official said. tnn
