Mallathahalli residents say flooding fears are back as drain remains blocked
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Summary
According to residents, the flooding started after a natural rainwater flow path in the area was disrupted, causing stormwater to accumulate during periods of intense rainfall
Key Facts
TypePolicy
SourceThe Hindu - National
PublishedFriday, 19 June 2026
Affected Population~900 million rural households, 190 million lacking safe water
Key Numbers
Jal Jeevan Mission: Rs 60,000 crore/year
14.5 crore rural tap connections delivered
SBM 2.0: Rs 1.4 lakh crore outlay
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
Key Authorities
Ministry of Jal ShaktiCPCBCGWBMinistry of Electronics & ITTRAI
Key Stakeholders
Rural HouseholdsUrban Water UtilitiesFarmers (Irrigation)Internet UsersTech CompaniesStartups
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