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What problems were faced by Old Delhi after independence? What steps were taken by the government?

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New Delhi that had little to do with Shahjahanabad, now increasingly and disparagingly called Purani or Old Delhi which was in a terrible state. The population had increased dramatically over the years. The Canals bringing in fresh water to the city was not enough for the population. The drainage was insufficient and in need of maintenance. The channels to remove wastes were broken. All this was due to the increased population and the neglect by the government. Some improvements were made by the Delhi Municipal Committee. A surface drainage system was built but that was insufficient. The Government catered to the needs of New Delhi but Old Delhi was neglected.