Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta approved mega projects worth over ₹1,000 crore [2] to rejuvenate the Yamuna River on May 24, 2026 [3].
The initiative represents a significant escalation in the city's efforts to combat severe river pollution. By combining immediate physical cleanup with long-term infrastructure investment, the government aims to restore the ecological health of one of India's most critical waterways.
As part of the Yamuna Swachhta Abhiyan 2026, Gupta led a massive cleanliness drive that spanned 28 ghats [1]. This effort included targeted work at locations such as the Dashmesh Ghat in Geeta Colony [1]. The drive is designed to remove accumulated waste and debris from the riverbanks to improve water quality and public access.
These activities fall under the broader umbrella of "Mission Yamuna," a strategic framework intended to overhaul the river's environmental state. The projects approved by the Chief Minister are supported by Prime Minister Narendra Modi [1].
The funding of more than ₹1,000 crore [2] is earmarked for various water-related projects. These investments are intended to address the systemic pollution issues that have plagued the Yamuna for decades, focusing on both waste management and river restoration.
Gupta said the drive is part of a larger commitment to environmental sustainability within the capital. The coordination between the city government and federal support is intended to ensure the longevity of the cleanup efforts across the 28 targeted sites [1].
“Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta approved mega projects worth over ₹1,000 crore to rejuvenate the Yamuna River.”
The scale of the funding and the coordination with the Prime Minister's office suggest that the Yamuna's rejuvenation has transitioned from localized cleaning efforts to a high-priority infrastructure project. Success will depend on whether the ₹1,000 crore investment addresses the root causes of pollution, such as industrial runoff and untreated sewage, rather than focusing solely on the visible debris at the 28 ghats.
