The Gujarat government has initiated the Vishwamitri River Project to enhance the river’s flow capacity and prevent flooding. This project aims to deepen and widen the river, improve water management, and restore urban water bodies in Vadodara.

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• The Vishwamitri River Project aims to increase the river’s water-carrying capacity by 40% in 100 days.
• Last year’s severe flooding in Vadodara caused widespread damage and displaced many residents.
• The project includes deepening and widening the Vishwamitri River and connecting key water bodies like Ajwa Salav and Dena Lake.
• 526 machines have been deployed to work on the project rapidly.
• 9.98 lakh cubic meters of soil and sludge have been excavated so far.
• Approximately 68 hectares of forest area have been cleared for smoother water flow.
• Ten key lakes in Vadodara are being cleaned and restored as part of the initiative.
• 474 deep rainwater recharge wells are planned, with 25 already completed to enhance groundwater recharge.
• 500 metric tons of plastic waste have been collected and sent for recycling.
• The project also recycles 11,000 metric tons of gravel for potential infrastructure use.
• Officials stress that the project is vital for flood control, environmental restoration, and climate resilience.