♣ Drains can have a layer of pebbles instead of concrete

♣ The storm water drains can be covered with pre-cast slabs with holes so that waste materials do not fall in and choke them

♣ Putting up rainwater harvesting structures in every neighbourhood and roads will avoid wastage of rain water.

♣ Rainwater should be harvested locally instead of collecting the water through pipelines and draining it into a common area

♣ Storm water drains should be cleaned and maintained regularly for most efficiency.

Source: The Hindu