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The River Yamuna, once the lifeline of Delhi, has suffered extensive ecological degradation due to unregulated urban expansion, untreated sewage inflow, and encroachments along its floodplain. In response, the Master Plan for Delhi 2041 (MPD-2041) proposes a transformative shift towards sustainable urbanism through the Blue-Green Infrastructure (BGI) policy, emphasizing the restoration of natural systems. This research examines the potential of integrating wetland conservation with eco-engineering interventions to rejuvenate the Yamuna’s ecological and hydrological functions within the urban fabric of Delhi. It assesses case studies of successful wetland revival efforts and evaluates pilot projects such as constructed wetlands, bioretention systems, and floodplain rewilding along the Yamuna’s stretch. The study further critiques the current institutional frameworks and suggests adaptive planning, inter-agency coordination, and participatory governance as critical drivers for implementing BGI strategies effectively. Findings underscore that a synergistic application of eco-engineering and conservation practices, guided by MPD-2041, can help reclaim the Yamuna’s ecological identity, enhance climate resilience, and support Delhi’s long-term sustainability goals.

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Wetland Conservation for Reviving the River Yamuna Through Blue-Green Infrastructure in Delhi Master Plan 2041

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    2026年

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  • Meenakshi Pawar,
  • Pushkar Pawar

摘要

The River Yamuna, once the lifeline of Delhi, has suffered extensive ecological degradation due to unregulated urban expansion, untreated sewage inflow, and encroachments along its floodplain. In response, the Master Plan for Delhi 2041 (MPD-2041) proposes a transformative shift towards sustainable urbanism through the Blue-Green Infrastructure (BGI) policy, emphasizing the restoration of natural systems. This research examines the potential of integrating wetland conservation with eco-engineering interventions to rejuvenate the Yamuna’s ecological and hydrological functions within the urban fabric of Delhi. It assesses case studies of successful wetland revival efforts and evaluates pilot projects such as constructed wetlands, bioretention systems, and floodplain rewilding along the Yamuna’s stretch. The study further critiques the current institutional frameworks and suggests adaptive planning, inter-agency coordination, and participatory governance as critical drivers for implementing BGI strategies effectively. Findings underscore that a synergistic application of eco-engineering and conservation practices, guided by MPD-2041, can help reclaim the Yamuna’s ecological identity, enhance climate resilience, and support Delhi’s long-term sustainability goals.