The city of Delhi is about to start building a big new drain that aims to solve long-standing waterlogging problems — a project that could make the city safer and cleaner during heavy rains. Officials said work on the new “Kanjhawala–Karala drain” will begin on December 9, 2025, as part of a larger plan to upgrade the city’s storm-water drainage system and stop dangerous floods in low-lying areas. The Times of India
This drain will run through a stretch that often gets waterlogged when rains are heavy, especially near Guru Golwalkar Marg. The project will connect to the larger Mungeshpur drain and is designed to carry away excess rainwater to prevent streets and homes from flooding. The Times of India The estimated cost of the project is about ₹22.16 crore, showing the government’s commitment to fix a problem that affects thousands of people. The Times of India
Many people in the areas threatened by waterlogging have often experienced flooded streets, submerged homes, and difficulties travelling when it rains heavily. This new drainage work is being welcomed by families, shop-owners and local community members who hope that such floods will become a thing of the past. For kids too — floods can disrupt school, make roads slippery, and damage things — so this change could make everyday life safer and easier.
The new drain is just one part of a bigger overhaul. The plan involves several departments — the Public Works Department (PWD), the city’s flood-control and irrigation authorities, and the municipal corporation. They hope this project will improve drainage across many neighbourhoods, not just one area, making Delhi a safer city during monsoon or heavy downpours. The Times of India
Of course, building such a drain takes time and hard work. There will be digging, road closures, and some disruptions in the beginning. But city leaders are asking people to be patient, because their goal is to make life better for everyone once the project is completed.
For you — kids, parents, teachers — this news shows that city rules and projects matter for everyday life: good plans and smart work can help communities deal with big problems like floods. And when grown-ups work together — engineers, city workers, neighbours — they can build things that help many people live safer, healthier lives.
If you like, you can talk about this at school or home: ask adults how water drains after rain where you live, and why good drains and pipes matter. Maybe you’ll realise that even things like drains, roads, and sewers — which don’t seem exciting — are very important for making a city clean and safe.
Kid-Friendly Summary:
Delhi is starting work on a new big drain on December 9 to reduce flooding in water-logged areas, hoping to make streets and homes safer during rain.
Learning Takeaway:
Good urban planning — like building better drains — helps keep cities safe, clean and flood-free, so everyone can live and learn without worry.
