Minister Calls For Birthday Parties Along Riverbanks

Article by Kumar Published on: 9:26 am, 20 October 2026

Delhi Water Minister Parvesh Verma has proposed setting up special huts along the Yamuna riverbanks where people can celebrate their birthdays with family while also participating in river clean up activities.

The minister said the initiative aims to help people develop a personal connection with the river. He appealed to Delhi residents to celebrate their special occasions by the Yamuna and promised to lead by example on his birthday on November 7.

The proposal comes after more than 35,000 people participated in the Chalo Yamuna cleanliness drive on October 18. The campaign covered 70 locations along the riverbanks, with around 86,600 kg of waste reportedly removed.

Alongside the public participation drive, the Delhi government is preparing to launch 43 water and sewerage projects worth Rs 8,941 crore on October 22. The projects aim to prevent untreated sewage from entering the Yamuna and improve its condition.

The proposed huts are part of a broader effort to encourage residents to take responsibility for keeping the river clean. The government hopes that combining family celebrations with community service will help sustain public interest in the Yamuna’s revival.