On September 16th, the Hanoi People’s Committee Office issued a directive from Vice Chairman Nguyen Trong Dong regarding the beautification and maintenance of the areas along the To Lich River.
To enhance urban aesthetics and create a “green, clean, and beautiful” environment along the riverbanks, Vice Chairman Dong tasked the Management Board of Infrastructure and Agricultural Construction Projects with overseeing contractors and construction units. They are to mobilize resources and accelerate the completion of riverbank embankments, sidewalks, and railings, ensuring both quality and aesthetic appeal.
Several sections of the To Lich River railings are in disrepair.
The Management Board is also collaborating with the Department of Construction to develop comprehensive solutions for the river’s outlets and discharge points (from Hoang Quoc Viet Street to Ngã Tư Sở, including the water pipeline from West Lake to the To Lich River). These measures aim to enhance urban aesthetics by incorporating green planters, shrubs, and bushes to conceal outlets and pipelines.
Hanoi’s leadership has directed the People’s Committees of Tay Ho, Ngoc Ha, Cau Giay, Nghia Do, Lang, Giang Vo, Yen Hoa, Thanh Xuan, and Dong Da wards to focus on environmental sanitation along the riverbanks. They are to work with the Management Board and the Department of Construction to review and beautify sidewalks, railings, greenery, and flower beds, ensuring a visually appealing urban landscape.
On September 9th, water from West Lake was introduced into the To Lich River, revitalizing its appearance. Since then, the river’s water has remained clear and cool, attracting various fish species that now swim freely in its waters.
According to the Management Board, the dedicated pipeline system transferring water from West Lake consists of two parallel HDPE pipes, each with a diameter of D1200.
By September 20th, treated water from the Yen Xa Wastewater Treatment Plant is expected to be diverted into the To Lich River. This treated water will flow into the river at a rate of approximately 200,000 m³ per day and night, establishing a consistent water flow with a maintained depth of 3.5 meters.
