GCC to fine buildings up to ₹5 lakh for discharging sewage into storm-water drains
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Urban flood management and infrastructure regulation: a GS3 and Urban Planning case study.
Why in news
The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) issued a circular to impose fines up to ₹5 lakh on buildings discharging sewage into storm-water drains to prevent monsoon water stagnation.
Background
The GCC and Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board will conduct joint inspections to identify and block illegal sewage connections. Fines are tiered based on building categories, with a maximum penalty of ₹5 lakh.
Facts for Prelims
- FactMaximum fine for illegal sewage discharge into storm-water drains is ₹5 lakh.
- PlaceThe initiative targets storm-water drains in Chennai to prevent water stagnation during the monsoon.
Prelims practice question
Which body is conducting joint inspections with the Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board to identify illegal sewage connections?
- (a)Chennai Port Trust
- (b)State Pollution Control Board
- (c)Tamil Nadu Housing Board
- (d)Greater Chennai Corporation
Show answer
Answer: (d) Greater Chennai Corporation — The GCC and Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board will conduct joint inspections to identify and block illegal sewage connections.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the importance of integrated urban drainage management in mitigating urban flooding and ensuring public health in rapidly expanding metropolitan cities like Chennai.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Infrastructure bottleneck: Overburdened storm-water drains due to unauthorized sewage inflow
- Regulatory enforcement: Challenges in monitoring private building connections and ensuring compliance
- Public health risk: Contamination of surface water leading to water-borne diseases during monsoons
Keywords: Urban flood management · Sewage infrastructure · Regulatory compliance · Public health · Monsoon preparedness
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