New Delhi, June 9 -- The Central Government and the Delhi Government have launched a collaborative effort to clean the Yamuna River, with a series of initiatives aimed at reducing pollution. A drone survey will be conducted for 22 major drains, and 67 locations have been identified for pollution monitoring.

A top source said the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) will re-verify 360 small and large drains and conduct a drone survey for 22 major drains falling into the river.

Sixty-seven locations have been identified for pollution monitoring in the River Yamuna. He added that a survey will be conducted by July, and the report will be submitted to the Delhi Jal Board.

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