As water scarcity is growing with the time Delhi government has given instructions to the concerned departments to involve youth in reviving water bodies in Delhi especially in rural areas.  Delhi’s Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit has asked Environment Department to prepare an action plan in this regard as rejuvenation of water bodies is much essential in view of shrinking water bodies. 

 The Department has extended term of Eco Task Force for another one year. The Force has been greening entire rocky Asola Wildlife area.  It was also reported that construction of boundary wall in the Central Ridge would be completed within one year i.e. before commencement of Commonwealth Games to ensure protection of forests against encroachment and dumping of Malba. 

 The number of eco-club schools which used to be 100 in 1998 has gone upto 2000.  Dikshit complimented role of eco-club schools and active young members in expanding green area in Delhi apart from propagating environmental issues like Solar Water Heating, Rainwater Harvesting and Waste Management