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Himachal, Haryana sign MoU to revive Saraswati river

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Himachal, Haryana sign MoU to revive Saraswati river

The BJP governments of Himachal Pradesh and Haryana on Friday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to build a dam in the Adi Badri area of ​​Yamunanagar district as a Part of the 215.35 rupee project. The chief secretaries of Himachal Pradesh and Haryana in the presence of Panchkula chief ministers Jai Ram Thakur and Manohar Lal Khattar.

In his speech, Thakur said that with the signing of the MoU, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s dream of reviving Saraswati will be realized. Modi made the pledge while speaking at a rally in Kurukshetra on April 3, 2014. Thakur said the project would be of great use to Himachal Pradesh as 3.92 hectares of water per year would be earmarked for the drinking water needs of the Shan state and 57.96 hectares for irrigation.

He said that the entire funding for the project will be borne by the Haryana government. Both state governments are free to use their own resources to set up tourism projects and infrastructure for the welfare and development of the local people. The chief minister of Himachal Pradesh said only 21 families in the state who will be displaced by the project will recover. According to Himachal Pradesh policy, the cost of rehabilitating the deportees and the environmental protection package will also be borne by the Haryana government. He said the proposed total area in Himachal Pradesh is 31.16 hectares comprising 0.67 hectares of private land and 30.49 hectares of forest land.

The dam will draw 224 hectares of water from the Somme River in Himachal Pradesh, which falls into the Yamuna River near Adibadri in the Yamuna Nagar district. The Himachal Pradesh Power Company Limited will be the implementing agency for the construction of the Adi Badri Dam and its associated infrastructure.

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Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar said that with the construction of the dam, the Saraswati River will flow at 20 cubic feet of water year-round. He said that the course of the Ghaggar River was said to be the course of the Saraswati River. Apart from replenishing groundwater, the project will also help boost tourism in the area, he said.

The Adi Badri Dam Construction Supervision Committee has been established to plan, supervise and supervise the works. The committee includes additional chief secretary, Irrigation, Haryana, secretary, Jal Shakti Vibhag, chief engineer of Himachal Pradesh and two states.

Complete News Source : Hindustan Times

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Delhi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.05 °C, check weather forecast for October 22, 2024

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Delhi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.05 °C, check weather forecast for October 22, 2024

Check the weather forecast and air quality updates for Delhi on October 22, 2024 here.

The temperature in Delhi today, on October 22, 2024, is 32.93 °C. The day’s forecast indicates a minimum and maximum temperature of 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, respectively. The relative humidity is 26% and the wind speed is 26 km/h. The sun rose at 06:26 AM and will set at 05:44 PM.

Tomorrow, on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, Delhi is predicted to experience a minimum and maximum temperature of 27.42 °C and 34.91 °C, respectively. Tomorrow humidity levels will be at 20%.

With temperatures ranging between 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, prepare for a hot day and plan outdoor activities accordingly. If you are sensitive to heat, take note of the weather forecast and consider appropriate attire and activities suitable for the prevailing weather.

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The AQI in Delhi today stands at 334.0, falling in the very poor category. Everyone should be cautious. Children and people with respiratory diseases, such as asthma, should stay indoors and others should also limit their outdoor activities. Usage of masks and air purifying devices is advised. Being aware of the AQI helps one make informed decisions regarding one’s overall well-being while planning the day’s activities.

Weather and AQI predictions in Delhi for next 7 days:

DateTemperatureSky
October 23, 202432.93 °CSky is clear
October 24, 202432.69 °CSky is clear
October 25, 202432.5 °CSky is clear
October 26, 202432.07 °CSky is clear
October 27, 202430.69 °CSky is clear
October 28, 202431.29 °CSky is clear
October 29, 202432.09 °CSky is clear

Weather in other cities on October 22, 2024

CityTemperatureSky
Mumbai28.35 °CLight rain
Kolkata28.84 °CSky is clear
Chennai28.94 °CLight rain
Bengaluru25.53 °CModerate rain
Hyderabad27.75 °CModerate rain
Ahmedabad31.9 °CSky is clear
Delhi32.93 °CSky is clear

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