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Rainwater harvesting rules in Chhattisgarh

No statewide rainwater harvesting law was confirmed. Official replies say municipal corporations such as Raipur require rooftop RWH for new buildings with a roof area over 500 sq ft. In 2024 Raipur Municipal Corporation told township developers to build at least 50 recharge pits each.

Note: The 2015 reply said a draft groundwater bill would make RWH mandatory statewide, but its status was not confirmed.

Varies by cityfor new buildings
roof area over 500 sq ft (municipal corporations such as Raipur)where the rule starts

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What the rule says

Applies toresidential, commercial

City rules in Chhattisgarh

Raipur

Rooftop RWH is mandatory for new buildings with a roof area above 500 sq ft. In July 2024 RMC directed developers to build at least 50 RWH pits per township.

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Frequently asked questions

Is rainwater harvesting mandatory in Chhattisgarh?

No statewide rainwater harvesting law was confirmed. Official replies say municipal corporations such as Raipur require rooftop RWH for new buildings with a roof area over 500 sq ft. In 2024 Raipur Municipal Corporation told township developers to build at least 50 recharge pits each.

Which buildings need rainwater harvesting in Chhattisgarh?

roof area over 500 sq ft (municipal corporations such as Raipur): residential, commercial.

What are the rainwater harvesting rules in Raipur?

Rooftop RWH is mandatory for new buildings with a roof area above 500 sq ft. In July 2024 RMC directed developers to build at least 50 RWH pits per township.

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