AMC to spend ₹32 crore to resolve rainwater logging issue in Bopal-Ghuma area

Residents of Ahmedabad's Bopal and Ghuma areas will get relief from the years-old problem of rainwater logging. The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has announced the installation of a new storm water drainage system in these areas at a cost of ₹32 crore. According to a report by TV9 Gujarati, three main works related to pumping stations and rainwater lines will be undertaken under this project.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah had recently heard complaints from the people regarding waterlogging during a Lok Darbar. Taking these complaints into account, he had instructed urgent measures to be taken, as a result of which the Corporation will undertake this work. This work will commence immediately after the Diwali festival and an assurance has been given to complete it within the next 8 to 9 months. Upon completion of this work, people will get relief by the upcoming monsoon and the urban development of the area will also take place.

The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) was established in July 1950 under the Bombay Provincial Municipal Corporations Act (1949). It is the institution responsible for the civic infrastructure and administration of Ahmedabad city.