Concretisation was forbidden on the floodplains, but this led to increased dust on tracks whenever walkers or cyclists used them. This caused inconvenience to users and added to environmental dust. To resolve this, Delhi government implemented loosely-knitted jute carpeting on the tracks. The pilot project at Asita Park proved successful, mitigating dust while allowing grass to grow beneath the carpeting, further securing it to the ground. "The use of jute also allowed grass to sprout through the gaps in the carpet, fixing it more strongly to the ground," a DDA official said. "This eco-friendly measure not only benefits the environment but also supports local farmers (Jute farmers)," the official noted.
— Times of India, 28 April, 2025

How is jute an important fibre?

(i) Why is jute retted?

(ii) Describe briefly the retting of jute with the help of the pictures given below.

By what other name is jute referred to? Why?

Why are floods beneficial for the growth of jute?