The onset of heavy monsoon rains poses perennial challenges of flooding and waterlogging in Ahmedabad every year. Hence, the municipal corporation has earmarked funds for the installation of percolating wells. These wells, situated near Rajpath Club, within the vicinity of Mahila Garden, are estimated to cost Rs 12.92 lakh. Percolating wells facilitate the seepage of rainwater into the ground, thereby replenishing aquifers and mitigating surface runoff.
In a proactive measure, AMC intends to construct eight such percolating wells across the city ahead of this year’s monsoon season.