Ghaziabad to Boost Groundwater: 145 New Rainwater Harvesting Systems Planned

• Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation will install 145 new rainwater harvesting systems in parks and government buildings.
• The initiative is funded by a ₹2 crore reward from the Government of India for water conservation efforts.
• Ghaziabad secured the second position in Uttar Pradesh and fifth nationwide in a Ministry of Jal Shakti survey.
• The city's groundwater level has dropped by approximately 9 meters in 7 years, with borewells reaching 300-350 feet in some areas.
• In addition to new systems, the corporation is restoring 140 ponds, with 35 targeted for recharging this year.

Why It Matters: Ghaziabad is implementing 145 new rainwater harvesting systems and restoring ponds to combat declining groundwater.