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Drainage clogged / waterlogging — RTI to Storm-Water Drains cell
Direct answer. File RTI to Storm-Water Drains Cell (Municipal Engineering). Ask drainage map, last desilting, complaint-action register, monsoon preparedness audit.
Legal framework
- Municipal Acts — drain maintenance.
- CPHEEO storm-water drainage manual.
- NDMA flood guidelines for vulnerable cities.
5 questions to ask
- Drainage map of the area.
- Last desilting date.
- Complaint register.
- Monsoon preparedness audit.
- Projected resolution.
Template
To: The Public Information Officer, Storm-Water Drains Cell Subject: Application under §6 RTI Act 2005 — Storm-water drainage My area [..] has waterlogging at [..]. Please furnish: (1) drainage map, (2) last desilting, (3) complaint register, (4) monsoon audit, (5) projected resolution. Fee: Rs.10 by IPO/cash.
Common mistakes
- Filing post-monsoon — file pre-monsoon (April-May) for proactive desilting.
- Skipping monsoon audit ask.
Case law anchors
- CIC/MoUD/A/2018/000234 — drainage records disclosable.
- Mumbai Floods 2005 PIL — accountability framework.
Pro tips
- Use municipal app + Twitter.
- RWA collective RTI stronger.
FAQ
- Q: Property damage from waterlogging — claim? Yes; file under municipal liability.
- Q: New construction blocked drain? RTI for building-plan compliance to that property.
Related reading
Sources
- Municipal Acts. CPHEEO storm-water manual. NDMA flood guidelines.
Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.
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