Srinagar, Mar 05 : The Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) has embarked on a mission to rejuvenate 23 springs within the municipal limits.
“This initiative, spearheaded by Commissioner Owais IAS, aims to enhance water access and contribute to achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) while promoting community participation and resilience in mountain regions,” revealed the details accessed by the news agency.
It further reads that with a dedicated allocation of Rs 200 lacs under the National Clean Air Program (NCAP), SMC aims to revitalize these natural water sources, recognizing their critical importance for both ecosystems and livelihoods.
Commissioner SMC emphasized the need for community involvement in the spring revival efforts, highlighting its potential to offer climate-resilient solutions amidst environmental challenges.
Meanwhile, SMC on its official Twitter handle wrote, “@SMC_Srinagar has short listed 23 #Springs within Municipal Limits for rejuvenation this year & has earmarked Rs. 200 lacs under the #NationalCleanAirProgram (NCAP). Rejuvenation of springs could offer a climate‐resilient solution for livelihoods & ecosystems in mountain regions.”
The officials further wrote, “this will enhance water access, and contribute to achieve one or more of the #SustainableDevelopmentGoals (SDGs). Commissioner SMC @owais_ias pursues #CommunityParticipation in spring revival as it holds promise across the region and is creating policy traction on #SpringWater.”
Meanwhile, the Commissioner SMC Srinagar told that this initiative is going to revive the springs that require urgent intervention.
