Half of Delhi's Water Pipes Too Old, Risking Health
Alarming data reveals nearly 50% of Delhi's water pipelines are over 20 years old, causing leaks and contamination. Will the capital face an Indore-like crisis? Read the urgent report.
Alarming data reveals nearly 50% of Delhi's water pipelines are over 20 years old, causing leaks and contamination. Will the capital face an Indore-like crisis? Read the urgent report.
Following the Indore water contamination deaths, Noida and Greater Noida authorities have ordered technical audits of drinking water systems. Officials are collecting samples to ensure safety.
Residents of a Bhopal gas-affected colony face a dire choice: pay Rs 10,000 for a legal water connection or risk drinking poisoned groundwater. Read about their struggle for a basic right.
BJP MP Parvesh Verma calls Delhi's water shortage a legacy crisis, blaming AAP & previous govts. He outlines a 5-point plan for reform. Read the full story.
Delhi Water Minister reveals nearly 50% of city's water pipelines are 20-30 years old, leading to leaks & contamination. A Rs 50,000 crore, 8-year revamp plan is announced to ensure 24/7 clean water.
IMC report reveals sewage contaminates Indore's water due to ageing pipes & negative pressure. A Rs 3358 crore overhaul is needed to secure the city's future. Read the full investigation.
Delhi Jal Board announces 2-day water supply disruption in central & west Delhi areas on Jan 9-10 due to reservoir flushing. Check full list of affected localities.
Dozens fall ill in Greater Noida's Gaur City due to contaminated tap water. Authorities launch probe as residents demand accountability and safe supply. Read more.
A leak in the 2050 mm main pipeline from Morbe Dam disrupted water supply to Navi Mumbai and parts of Panvel. Repairs are ongoing, with full pressure expected by Friday morning. Citizens urged to use water wisely.
Water samples from three Bhopal locations test positive for E. coli and coliform bacteria, prompting supply suspension. Health surveys begin as officials investigate sewage leaks.
Experts warn Hyderabad's alternate-day water supply raises contamination risk. HMWSSB plans daily supply after new projects add 300 MGD. Read how continuous flow protects water quality.
Ranchi's drinking water department launches a mobile helpline for residents to report contamination, leakage, and irregular supply. Call now for timely intervention and safer water.
Jharkhand High Court directs immediate action to secure clean drinking water in Ranchi, citing broken pipelines and a risk of tragedy. The state must submit a report in a fortnight.
Delhi Water Minister orders DJB to intensify pipeline checks and water quality monitoring to prevent contamination, following fatal incidents in Indore and Gandhinagar. Stay informed.
Bhopal's tap water matches premium bottled water specs, tests reveal. With TDS levels far below safety caps, residents question the need for costly filters. Discover the full report.
Chandigarh announces a 24-hour water supply shutdown from Jan 7 to Jan 8 to replace a damaged pipeline. Check sector-wise schedule and store water.
Residents of Sirhind, Punjab, protest as a crucial drinking water supply project remains incomplete for over a decade. Officials cite land acquisition issues. Read more.
Himachal Pradesh farmers oppose the plan to divert irrigation water to Chandigarh, threatening legal action. The move could impact 1,200 acres of farmland in the region.
The recent water crisis in Indore was a predictable failure. Explore the systemic lapses in planning, infrastructure, and governance that led to this urban disaster. Learn what must change.
Gurgaon water supply to be disrupted for 36 hours from Jan 7 due to pipeline work at Chandu Budhera plant. Check affected sectors and details.
Following water contamination deaths in Indore's Bhagirathpura, three families have temporarily returned to their native villages after falling ill. Residents now rely on tankers and expensive packaged water.
Delhi BJP leader RP Singh urges Rekha Gupta govt to supply free bottled water to residents. The plan suggests funding via bottle ads & a booking app. Read details.
Delayed replacement of ageing Narmada pipelines over 5 municipal tenures led to sewage-mixed water in Bhagirathpura, Indore. Officials promise action under AMRUT 2.0. Read details.
Despite its Water Plus status, Indore faces India's highest water tariffs and toxic supply concerns. Learn about the city's struggle with infrastructure and cost.
V-Guard launches upgraded Rejive RO water purifier series with 2-year unconditional warranty and BIS-compliant 40% water recovery. Available from Jan 4, 2026. Explore the new range.
Lucknow's Jal Kal department urges residents to report water leaks or contamination immediately via helpline numbers. Delays could cause serious health risks. Act now to ensure safe drinking water.
A 2024 Jal Jeevan Mission survey reveals 87.8% of Punjab households are satisfied with tap water quality, lower than India's 92.4%. Discover district-wise data and key findings.
Hyderabad plans a 140-km water ring main along ORR for 24/7 supply, integrating all major sources. The Rs 8,000 crore project aims to solve water crises by 2027. Read more.
BWSSB stops water supply to parts of Lingarajapuram, Bengaluru, after detecting contamination. Residents face disruption as authorities investigate the source. Stay informed.
Years of CAG reports flagged contaminated drinking water risks in Bhopal & Indore, recording 5.45 lakh disease cases. Warnings went unheeded, culminating in recent deaths. Urgent action demanded.