Delhi’s flood is manufactured by continuous negligence of administration
As per the data, Delhi’s population has increased from 1.7 crore in 2011 to 2 crore in 2021 increasing the density from 11,297/sq km to nearly 13,600. The pressure is most acute in North-East and East districts, which are also highly prone to floods. New Delhi and South-West are relatively low-density districts. However, they aren't immune to localised flooding. This is due to encroachments and reduced water absorption zones. The city's rapid urbanisation and increase in built-up area are contributing to its flood-vulnerable status. The loss of agricultural land and illegal occupation of natural drains add to this risk. This…