Rejuvenation of 29 johads in DelhiundefinedRejuvenation of 29 johads in Delhi-Delhi LakeIn large-scale Urban or Landscape projects mapping is the most crucial phase, the initial survey and documentation become an essential components as the design decisions are based on the data collected at the site, EMARA was engaged in the initial documentation of 29 water bodies (johads)  in Delhi, through the presentation we would like to discuss more the methodology, challenges, and inferences, Also the analyses of such data sourced and the outcomes are critical for design to be effective, productive and sustainable and help to formulate the way to where the project will head towards, The initial survey was conducted from September to November in 2018. Since these months immediately follow Delhi’s monsoon period, it presented the opportunity to understand the inherent role of each pond within the regional water infrastructure system—as a runoff catchment saturated to its maximum water carrying capacity with stormwater draining into it and a thriving biodiversity [seasonal plants and birdlife] living off and around it. The study would generally begin in the early morning hours. A typical site study of the pond comprised a team of urbanists [in this case, our team] accompanied by a Junior Engineer and personnel from the Flood and Irrigation Department [beldar], who were well versed with the history of the place. Active support from village communities, elders, and the local panchayat proved very helpful in the whole process. The first part of the work involved a physical survey of each pond. This included studying and mapping the various aspects of the pond from its location, access points, abutting edges and surroundings, land use, built structures in the vicinity, and the activities and circulation around it. An activity chart was then drawn up which mapped the activities that took place in and around the pond throughout the day. Since this was majorly a public task, the villagers showed a keen interest in the process and would often share stories and their recollections of the pond. The study also identified the pond’s local, regional, cultural, and environmental significance, surrounding biodiversity, and imminent threats which were followed by recommendations with broad conservation methods.

Rejuvenation of 29 johads in Delhi-Delhi Lake

In large-scale Urban or Landscape projects mapping is the most crucial phase, the initial survey and documentation become an essential components as the design decisions are based on the data collected at the site, EMARA was engaged in the initial documentation of 29 water bodies (johads) in Delhi, through the presentation we would like to discuss more the methodology, challenges, and inferences, Also the analyses of such data sourced and the outcomes are critical for design to be effective, productive and sustainable and help to formulate the way to where the project will head towards, The initial survey was conducted from September to November in 2018. Since these months immediately follow Delhi’s monsoon period, it presented the opportunity to understand the inherent role of each pond within the regional water infrastructure system—as a runoff catchment saturated to its maximum water carrying capacity with stormwater draining into it and a thriving biodiversity [seasonal plants and birdlife] living off and around it. The study would generally begin in the early morning hours. A typical site study of the pond comprised a team of urbanists [in this case, our team] accompanied by a Junior Engineer and personnel from the Flood and Irrigation Department [beldar], who were well versed with the history of the place. Active support from village communities, elders, and the local panchayat proved very helpful in the whole process. The first part of the work involved a physical survey of each pond. This included studying and mapping the various aspects of the pond from its location, access points, abutting edges and surroundings, land use, built structures in the vicinity, and the activities and circulation around it. An activity chart was then drawn up which mapped the activities that took place in and around the pond throughout the day. Since this was majorly a public task, the villagers showed a keen interest in the process and would often share stories and their recollections of the pond. The study also identified the pond’s local, regional, cultural, and environmental significance, surrounding biodiversity, and imminent threats which were followed by recommendations with broad conservation methods.

Rejuvenation of 29 johads in Delhi