New Delhi, July 9 -- Under continuous monitoring by Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu, the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has successfully completed the desilting of storm water drains in the East, South and North Zones, while the works in the Narela, Rohini and Dwarka Zones are in the final stages of completion.

According to officials, being undertaken in mission mode, the extensive drive has significantly strengthened Delhi's drainage infrastructure ahead of the peak monsoon season, and enhanced the city's preparedness to effectively manage heavy rains.

LG Sandhu has been continuously reviewing the preparedness of multiple agencies, and personally monitoring the progress of desilting operations to ensure that people in ...