Despite having adequate numbers of waterbodies, South Delhi residents have to rely on water tankers because of limited water supply in the peak summer. Though areas like — Devli, Ambedkar Nagar, Fatehpur Beri and Gadai Pur — have many waterbodies, people face shortage of safe drinking water. Interestingly, as per the revenue records of the Delhi Government 120 waterbodies exist in this part of the national Capital out of which 33 are “dry” and 34 are in “wet” condition. Environmentalists believe that the waterbodies have significant role in combating tough situations during water scarcity. However, when borewell and emergency water tanker supply can fulfil the water needs of people, efforts to revive these waterbodies are negligible. Hydrogeoloists working in these areas have raised the red flag as the water level is going deeper with every season. Reports of Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) on the depleting water levels of Delhi have asked for the revival of the waterbodies. “Water tankers and borewells will not be of much help to meet the basic needs of water during water scarcity situations, if the water level is low,” the report said. Dr Fiyaz Khudsar, Delhi University Professor, told The Pioneer stagnant form of water is good for aquifers and soil as well. “Not only the Government institutions but people are also aware of the importance of waterbodies, said Professor Khudsar, who is working on Yamuna Biodiversity Park Project and has been batting for the revival of dying waterbodies in the city. “Revival of waterbodies is a must. Besides the basic requirements, these waterbodies help to maintain eco-balance, which is necessary in a city like Delhi,” said Professor Khudsar. Notably, waterbody in…