In an ambitious effort to combat urban flooding, India announced on Wednesday that it will invest nearly $300 million over the next two years. The funding will be allocated to expand water bodies like lakes and construct drainage systems in seven major cities, including Mumbai, Chennai, and Bengaluru.
Urban flooding has been a recurring challenge in these rapidly growing cities, often resulting in significant disruptions and economic losses. The government’s initiative aims to not only mitigate the immediate impacts of heavy rainfall but also to promote long-term water conservation.
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India to spend $300 million to mitigate floods in big cities
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