Green Surge: Revitalizing Delhi's Urban Parks

The Delhi government, through the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB), is embarking on an environmental initiative to upgrade green spaces in densely populated slum areas. This involves soil improvement, landscaping, and planting a variety of tree species to enhance green cover and mitigate summer heat across specified neighborhoods.

With summer on the horizon, the Delhi government is taking proactive steps to upgrade green spaces in congested neighborhoods, enhancing the usability of local parks during the hotter months.

The Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB) has initiated an environmental campaign, focusing on urban slum clusters and adjacent parks. The project is currently active in areas including Shakur Basti, Dwarka, and Nangloi, among others, with plans to expand further in phases.

The initiative emphasizes improving existing park conditions through soil preparation, organic input, and landscaping. The plan includes diverse tree and shrub planting such as Alstonia scholaris and Ficus species to boost greenery and provide heat relief, revitalizing underutilized green spaces during summer.

(With inputs from agencies.)