Kanpur to Get 7-Km Mega RCC Drain: ₹207 Crore Project to End Waterlogging for 1 Million
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News18•28-01-2026, 15:05
Kanpur to Get 7-Km Mega RCC Drain: ₹207 Crore Project to End Waterlogging for 1 Million
- •A 7-kilometer long RCC drain, costing ₹207 crore, will be constructed in Kanpur to alleviate waterlogging and filth issues.
- •The project aims to provide a permanent solution for approximately 1 million residents in areas like Kalyanpur North, Makrikheda, and Nawabganj.
- •The drain will cover a 26.42 square kilometer catchment area, extending from DPS Kalyanpur to Atal Ghat.
- •It will feature 15 to 20 junctions to connect smaller drains, ensuring efficient water flow and preventing stagnation.
- •The Detailed Project Report (DPR) has been sent to the government, with approval expected in March, and Jal Nigam assigned responsibility for execution.
Why It Matters: Kanpur's ₹207 crore mega RCC drain project will permanently solve waterlogging for 1 million residents.
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