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NEW DELHI: A persistent foul stench in taps, rising illnesses and an alarming water crisis have pushed hundreds of residents in west Delhi’s Janakpuri – many of them elderly – to the brink. With stomach infections, skin diseases and the unbearable odour taking over households, families are spending a hefty sum on bottled water for…
Sewer rats in drains and toilets (Image generated via Google Gemini) It may seem odd to picture a rat coming up through a drain or toilet, but it can happen in homes that are connected to sewer systems. Rats like to live in underground drainage systems because they can find food, water, and a place…
NEW DELHI: A 30-year-old labourer died after allegedly falling into an open sewer manhole in Rohini’s Begumpur area. Though a rescue operation was launched by police and fire department, the man could not be saved on Tuesday.The incident occurred near Mahashakti Kali Temple in Sector 32, Rohini, on a vacant plot. Police identified the victim…
Maharashtra is revolutionizing its approach to sanitation with a groundbreaking investment of Rs 100 crore in 100 robotic sewer-cleaning machines. This forward-thinking initiative, named ‘From Manhole to Machine Hole,’ seeks to replace perilous manual work with cutting-edge technology. MUMBAI: In a major step towards ending manual scavenging in Maharashtra, the state govt has decided to…
