India, March 19 -- The Delhi State Disaster Management Authority (DSDMA) on Wednesday approved the urban flood mitigation plan estimated to be worth Rs.21,000 crore, officials said.

The meeting was chaired by Delhi lieutenant governer Taranjit Singh Sandhu at Lok Niwas, officials said, adding that they reviewed disaster preparedness measures for the national Capital.

According to officials, the authority gave in principal approval to the Delhi urban flood mitigation plan.

"This comprehensive plan focuses on strengthening drainage infrastructure, desilting major drains, constructing additional stormwater channels, and real-time flood monitoring systems to reduce urban flooding risks during monsoons," said an official.

During the meetin...