AMC launches ‘Sponge Parks’ to combat waterlogging, Shastri Bridge reopens for two-way traffic after a 15-month closure, Ahmedabad weather update, and more. Catch up with the latest news of the city with this Ahmedabad News Roundup.
AMC launches ‘Sponge Parks’ to combat waterlogging
The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has initiated the development of ‘sponge parks’ in the city to tackle waterlogging and enhance climate resilience. These parks will be designed to absorb, filter, and retain rainwater, aiding stormwater management.
Five areas—Bodakdev, Vatva, Odhav, Vejalpur, and Vasna—are part of the initial phase, with plans to expand to 22 locations in the coming years. These parks will serve as recreational spaces while incorporating permeable surfaces, rain gardens, and native plants to mitigate flood risks and boost groundwater levels.
Shastri Bridge reopens for two-way traffic after 15-month closure
After being restricted to one-way traffic for the past 15 months due to repair work, Shastri Bridge, connecting Vishala and Narol, is now fully operational. With the completion of repairs, both sides of the bridge have reopened, allowing vehicles to travel in both directions. This change is expected to ease the traffic congestion that had built up during the bridge’s partial closure.
Ahmedabad weather update: Cloudy sky expected, temp to rise
Partly cloudy atmosphere with light showers are expected in some areas over the next few days for Ahmedabad, with maximum temperature of 35°C and minimum of 26°C. As the monsoon withdraws from the region, temperatures are anticipated to rise by 2-3 degrees in the coming days.
The city has experienced mainly dry weather in the last 24 hours, with the maximum temperature recorded at 34.6°C, slightly below the average, and the minimum at 25.5°C, warmer than usual. Morning humidity was at 82%, dropping to 69% by the evening.
AMC to install organic waste converter machines at 27 spots
AMC has approved a Rs 3 crore proposal to install specialized organic waste converter machines to produce biogas and compost from green and kitchen waste at 27 key locations, including major gardens, vegetable markets, and community halls.
Additionally, AMC is encouraging around 6,000 registered societies to install their own biogas or compost plants as part of an internal competition promoting cleanliness and effective waste management.
IndiGo updates flight timings for Ahmedabad-Aurangabad route in the winter schedule
IndiGo has revised the timings for its daily Ahmedabad-Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar (Aurangabad) service as part of its winter schedule.
From the 27th of October to the 30th of November 2024, flight 6E 7217 will depart Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport at 11:00 AM and arrive in Aurangabad at 12:45 PM. The return flight will take off at 1:20 PM and land in Ahmedabad at 3:05 PM. The updated schedule will be effective throughout the winter season and will operate daily.
