ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has taken a significant step towards sustainable water management by making it compulsory for all housing units to construct recharge wells for rainwater harvesting.
The proposal to implement this initiative has been officially approved, and the CDA is committed to ensuring its full compliance.
According to the details, the decision was made during a board meeting in March, where the proposal to mandate the construction of recharge wells in every housing unit for rainwater harvesting was discussed.
Participants of the meeting highly appreciated the idea, emphasizing the importance of having rainwater harvesting tanks and small wells in each house to recharge groundwater.
Furthermore, no building map will be approved without the inclusion of the water recharging well and tank.
The proposal originated from the water management wing and was submitted to the CDA’s building control section.
The primary objective behind the proposal is to address the annual depletion rate of at least four feet in the groundwater table by utilizing recharge wells.
Besides, the CDA has already constructed 70 underground wells in various locations, including public parks, which have proven effective in replenishing the underground water table.
The current demand for water in Islamabad stands at approximately 200 million gallons per day (mg/d), while the CDA is only able to provide 90 mg/d to meet the needs of the city’s residents.
The population of Islamabad, according to the 2017 census, has surpassed 2 million, almost two and a half times the figure recorded in 1998.
An official stated, “The implementation of mandatory recharge wells in housing units will not only replenish the depleted groundwater but also help manage urban flooding in the city.”
Source: The News
It must be made mandatory to use it for plants lawns and bathroom
Its a brilliant idea which is needed to be implemented forthwith.
What about already constructed houses? I suggest a dedicated bore well in front of each house ( even small sized) connected to PARNALA from rooftop. This way the water will be naturally purified.
good initiative. I wished it since long, though have no money, no plot 😆😆😆
What about illegal water hydrants, which was allocated different areas of iBD….
The deep valleys of Margalla hills, urban forest areas in Islamabad, houses and rural reas of ICT can be used for rainwater reserviors, recharge trenches, ponds and dug wells to recharge the underground water. The contribution of local communities is basic and important.
Besides, rooftop rainwater harvesting must be adapted in future. The models of Shillong, Ahmadabad, karnataka, Meerut and Haryana in South Asia can be putforth for the understanding and development of water resources.
Also make it mandatory for educational institutions, universities and Govt buildings to construct such water reserves.
Appreciating the super initiative by CDA. Must be implemented with true spirit and strict check. Unfortunately our beautiful homeland is amongst the countries with sewer water shortage. This idea must be implemented to the other parts of the country as well. Government and other organizations must educate the nation about the efficient use of water. Flood water must be stored in dams to utilize later on.
Its a brilliant idea which is needed to be implemented forthwith.
What about already constructed houses? I suggest a dedicated bore well in front of each house ( even small sized) connected to PARNALA from rooftop. This way the water will be naturally purified.
It should be implemented in other cities as well
Yes I did, during construction of my home I have made a separate tank for rain harvesting. With this system I capture all rain water in my premises from roof till bottom and no water spill out from parnalla. I used that water for gardening and washing purpose. The rain water is magnetically charged by passing through various layers of air and I have found it very nourishing for plants.
Highly commendable measure by CDA!
May authorities in rest of the cities implement this fantastic water management idea like CDA.
This is the most cost-effective and environment friendly water management measure, specially in densely populated cities like Karachi.
good iniatve.make it part of tht cda bylaws .i would also suggest to use and implement the grey water system.in this system the water as discharged from the bath shower and wash hand basin is collected,given filteration and minor chemical treatment and reused for w.c. flushing. This is big water saving and i hve designed it dubai and riyadh
Good & timely decision,, keep it up. However, Margalla Hills National Park area may be the best place to survey & construct small check dams up from hills to downwards. It will not only recharge depleting ground water but also serve as small wetlands for wildlife in the park, besides carrying scenic view for the trackers too.,,!