7th November 2023: WRI India Participates in Key Discussions Around the Kala Sanghian Pilot Project
In a pivotal meeting held with officials from Municipal Corporation of Jalandhar and WRI India team on the Kala Sanghain Drain Project, discussions were held on criteria for identifying pilot projects adjacent to the Kala Sanghain Drain.
The selected pilot sites near the canal were examined by on-ground teams. ECR Fellows, guided by WRI India, actively participated in the initial design and survey work for the proposed projects, integrating crucial elements such as tree plantation initiatives. This meeting laid the groundwork, showcasing the collaborative synergy between local initiatives and best practices from global case examples.
Earlier this year, WRI India team walked along the 13 km stretch of the highly polluted Kala Sanghan drain in the city and documented the challenges around it. The drain, passing through residential, commercial, and industrial areas, suffers from the presence of domestic sewage, toxic industrial effluents, and dumped solid waste. The blog highlights the current condition of the canal and the local habitats through which it flows across the city of Jalandhar, illuminating the potential of nature-based solutions for its rejuvenation and connection with neighbouring communities.