Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar warns officials of strict action over potable water quality
10 months ago

Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar warns officials of strict action over potable water quality

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has issued a warning to officials that strict action will be taken if the quality of potable water is not maintained. DK Shivakumar warns officials of strict action over potable water quality In a letter to the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike Commissioner, Bengaluru Zilla Panchayat CEO, and BWSSB Chairman, the Deputy CM said on Friday that officials will be held responsible in case of any water-borne diseases. DK Shivakumar said, "All officials concerned must ensure quality potable water to the people of Bengaluru. In this backdrop, officials must inspect all the drinking water units and ensure their hygienic functioning.

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We don't have drinking water problem in Karnataka: Deputy CM DK Shivakumar
1 month ago

We don't have drinking water problem in Karnataka: Deputy CM DK Shivakumar

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, who also oversees the state's water resources, assured on Wednesday that there is no shortage of drinking water and that irrigation requirements are being efficiently managed. We have adequate supply and are effectively handling irrigation needs,” Shivakumar said according to news agency ANI. Speaking at the second All-India Water Resources Ministers’ Conference in Udaipur, …

Bengaluru water board cracks down on water waste, registers 112 cases and collects ₹5.6 lakh in fines
1 month ago

Bengaluru water board cracks down on water waste, registers 112 cases and collects ₹5.6 lakh in fines

Hindustan Times  

As Bengaluru braces for a potential water crisis this summer, the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board has intensified its efforts to curb the misuse of potable water. The board has taken strict action against those using drinking water for non-essential activities, registering 112 cases in the past week alone and collecting fines amounting to ₹5.60 lakh from offenders. BWSSB …

Karnataka government readies for drinking water crisis
1 month, 1 week ago

Karnataka government readies for drinking water crisis

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: With the summer approaching, the state government is gearing up to tackle a looming water crisis, especially with regard to supplying drinking water in Karnataka. While stressing on identifying villages that need drinking water to be supplied through tankers, the Cabinet Sub-Committee headed by Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda expressed concern over availability of water in reservoirs for irrigation. …

'We must secure and reuse water and collaborate beyond politics': Karnataka deputy CM DK Shivakumar
1 month, 1 week ago

'We must secure and reuse water and collaborate beyond politics': Karnataka deputy CM DK Shivakumar

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar was present at the All India State Water Ministers Conference held in Udaipur, Rajasthan. Shivakumar addressed concerns related to river linking and interstate water disputes, urging state leaders to put aside political differences and work towards solutions for the common good. The Deputy Chief Minister also raised issues regarding the management of water resources …

NGT slams UP gov over polluted Ganga; Yogi says water clean enough to consume
1 month, 1 week ago

NGT slams UP gov over polluted Ganga; Yogi says water clean enough to consume

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI/ LUCKNOW: The National Green Tribunal on Wednesday slammed the UP Pollution Control Board and the state government for failing to provide crucial data on faecal coliform levels and other water quality parameters of the Ganga and Yamuna in Prayagraj. Expressing concern over lapses in sewage management, the NGT bench led by Chairperson Justice Prakash Shrivastava, along with judicial …

Mahakumbh: High faecal bacteria levels in Prayagraj river water, fails bathing standards, says Pollution Control Board
1 month, 1 week ago

Mahakumbh: High faecal bacteria levels in Prayagraj river water, fails bathing standards, says Pollution Control Board

New Indian Express  

LUCKNOW: The National Green Tribunal has summoned Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board officials to appear virtually before the Tribunal for failing to submit the ‘action taken report ’ on improving the water quality in Prayagraj for Mahakumbh-2025. Notably, the NGT principal bench had directed both the Central Pollution Control Board and the UPPCB on December 24, 2024 to take water …

Usage of potable water for non-drinking purposes banned in Bengaluru, ₹5k fine to be imposed
1 month, 1 week ago

Usage of potable water for non-drinking purposes banned in Bengaluru, ₹5k fine to be imposed

Hindustan Times  

With summer approaching, the Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board has imposed ban on the use of potable water for non-drinking and non-cooking activities, including gardening, washing vehicles, swimming pools, and construction work. To prevent another severe water crisis similar to last year, BWSSB issued an order on Monday to all housing societies and residential welfare associations, urging them to …

Bengaluru bans drinking water use for non-essential activities, imposes fines
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Bengaluru bans drinking water use for non-essential activities, imposes fines

India Today  

With summer approaching and groundwater levels depleting, the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board has imposed strict restrictions on the use of drinking water for non-essential activities. The order, issued by BWSSB Chairman Dr Ram Prasath Manohar, bans the use of potable water for washing vehicles, gardening, construction, decorative fountains, road cleaning, and other non-drinking purposes. Reports from Indian Institute …

Karnataka: Bengaluru Water Board to impose fines on drinking water wastage
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Karnataka: Bengaluru Water Board to impose fines on drinking water wastage

India TV News  

Karnataka: Bengaluru Water Board to impose fines on drinking water wastage Bengaluru Water Board introduces fines for drinking water wastage, prohibiting non-essential uses to tackle the looming water crisis. In response to the ongoing groundwater depletion and the looming water crisis expected during the summer months, the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board has announced new regulations aimed at curbing …

Govt to enforce stricter water safety laws: Abitkar
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Govt to enforce stricter water safety laws: Abitkar

Hindustan Times  

Pune: The rise in Guillain-Barré Syndrome cases in Pune has raised serious concerns about water contamination and reverse osmosis water centres run by private parties across the city. Maharashtra health minister Prakash Abitkar acknowledges lapses in water safety, shares legal measures planned for accountability, and outlines steps taken to contain the outbreak. Prakash Abitkar: We will immediately issue orders to …

Ernakulam District to take strict measures to ensure safe drinking water
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Ernakulam District to take strict measures to ensure safe drinking water

New Indian Express  

KOCHI: The Ernakulam district development committee, in a meeting held on Saturday, decided to implement stringent measures to ensure the quality of drinking water, following a rise in diarrhoeal diseases in the Thrikkakara region. Strict enforcement of the Public Health Act is underway,” said Dr Asha Devi, the district medical officer. Additionally, a municipal council meeting focused on reinforcing chlorination …

DK Shivakumar refutes reports of govt imposing 'green cess' on water bills in Karnataka
4 months, 2 weeks ago

DK Shivakumar refutes reports of govt imposing 'green cess' on water bills in Karnataka

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has refuted the reports claiming that the state government is considering imposing a green cess on water bills in towns and cities, and termed it "bogus news" spread by the Bharatiya Janata Party. Karnataka Congress president and deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar. This comes after reports claimed that in order to save the eco-sensitive …

Bengaluru lake water not potable: Report
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Bengaluru lake water not potable: Report

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Water from any of the city lakes is not fit for consumption even after treatment, shows a report by the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board. Lake data available with The New Indian Express showed that prominent lakes, like Ulsoor, Madiwala, Yediyur, Sankey, Varthur, Bellandur, Hebbal, Puttenahalli and Mahadevapura, all fall under the D category. The water quality in lakes …

Deputy CM DKS: Water tariff hike inevitable in Bengaluru
7 months, 1 week ago

Deputy CM DKS: Water tariff hike inevitable in Bengaluru

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Deputy Chief Minister and Bengaluru Development Minister DK Shivakumar said on Thursday that an increase in water tariff is inevitable in the city as the last revision was done 13 years ago. Shivakumar was speaking at a function to inaugurate a campaign,”Cauvery water at your doorstep”, organised by the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board here. A water tariff …

Every spell leaves Bengaluru in a flood of misery
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Every spell leaves Bengaluru in a flood of misery

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Every time the city receives heavy rain, roads turn into rivers, homes get flooded, underpasses become death traps, and business gets affected. Citizens and civic activists are left wondering if the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike learns any lessons at all and why it can’t take permanent measures to prevent a repeat of rain-related emergencies. Many residents, frustrated with having …

‘We will provide Cauvery water to Bengaluru residents by hook or by crook’: DK Shivakumar
11 months, 1 week ago

‘We will provide Cauvery water to Bengaluru residents by hook or by crook’: DK Shivakumar

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Thursday said that he will make sure the supply of Cauvery river water to the residents of Bengaluru by "hook or by crook". READ | 22 Bengaluru families fined ₹5000 each for wasting water: Report In a video clip surfaced on social media Shivakumar was purportedly heard saying to the residents of an …

Water woes of Bengaluru: Think long term, go beyond knee-jerk reactions, say experts
1 year ago

Water woes of Bengaluru: Think long term, go beyond knee-jerk reactions, say experts

The Hindu  

Bengaluru’s desperate dependence on an external drinking water source, while offering scant regard to alternatives, came out starkly in that one single notification. But is the latest Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board directive banning drinking water for non-essential uses a sign that the city is finally on track with a sound conservation strategy? White-topped roads are totally impermeable to …

Karnataka reeling under acute water crisis, Modi govt refusing to help: Congress
1 year ago

Karnataka reeling under acute water crisis, Modi govt refusing to help: Congress

Hindustan Times  

The Congress on Monday said Karnataka is reeling under an acute water crisis due to a severe drought situation in most parts and accused the Modi government of refusing to help the people of the state. Karnataka reeling under acute water crisis, Modi govt refusing to help: Congress Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh's attack on the government came …

Bengaluru residents continue to struggle with drinking water shortage
1 year ago

Bengaluru residents continue to struggle with drinking water shortage

Hindustan Times  

Amid the ongoing water crisis in the silicon city of India, Bengaluru, several residents were seen queuing up outside the RO water plant, carrying empty cans, in hopes of securing the essential water supply. Bengaluru residents continue to struggle with drinking water shortage The struggle for drinking water continues for the residents of the city. Amid strict measures imposed by …

Bengaluru water shortage: Congress claims ’no serious’ crisis’, citizens fume
1 year ago

Bengaluru water shortage: Congress claims ’no serious’ crisis’, citizens fume

Live Mint  

While thousands of residents in Bangalore are grappling with severe water scarcity, Karnataka Congress MLC BK Hariprasad's claim that there is no serious crisis in the city has sparked outrage. Speaking about the water crisis in the city, Sanjeev, a resident told ANI, "Usually the water crisis used to get solved easily but this time as we can see in …

‘Karnataka govt is clueless': BJP's Tejasvi Surya slams Cong on water crisis
1 year ago

‘Karnataka govt is clueless': BJP's Tejasvi Surya slams Cong on water crisis

Hindustan Times  

The Bharatiya Janata Party conducted a massive protest at Bengaluru’s Freedom Park on Tuesday over the prevalant water crisis in the IT city. Several BJP MLAs, MPs and other leaders held empty water buckets and demanded the government devise solutions for the looming water crisis in the IT hub. ‘Karnataka govt is clueless': BJP's Tejasvi Surya slams Cong on water …

Bengaluru water crisis | ‘Karnataka has not seen such a severe drought in 30-40 years’
1 year ago

Bengaluru water crisis | ‘Karnataka has not seen such a severe drought in 30-40 years’

The Hindu  

Accusing some of politicising the water crisis in Bengaluru to criticise the government, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. These measures have helped in preventing tanker owners from fleecing people,” said Mr. Shivakumar, who is also the Water Resources Minister. Mr. Shivakumar added, “The government has decided to redrill dry borewells and sink more borewells besides seeking an agreement with farmers of …

'Will not release Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu at any cost': Karnataka Deputy CM amid water crisis
1 year ago

'Will not release Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu at any cost': Karnataka Deputy CM amid water crisis

India TV News  

Bengaluru water crisis: Amid the water crisis in Bengaluru, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar emphasised on Monday that releasing Cauvery river water to Tamil Nadu is out of the question and will not happen under any circumstances. "There is no question of releasing Cauvery river water to Tamil Nadu now at any cost, we have not left.How much …

BWSSB to Penalise Residents over Water Wastage in Bengaluru City
1 year ago

BWSSB to Penalise Residents over Water Wastage in Bengaluru City

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: The residents of Bengaluru city have been banned from taking to cleaning their vehicles, gardening among other purposes using drinking water and any violation found would attract a penalty of Rs 5,000 on erring the residents from the officials concerned of Bangalore Water Supplies and Sewerage Board, Bengaluru. The Board felt that a ban on the use of water …

Bengaluru’s Water Crisis Prompts Ban on Drinking Water for Non-Essential Needs, with a ₹5,000 Penalty
1 year ago

Bengaluru’s Water Crisis Prompts Ban on Drinking Water for Non-Essential Needs, with a ₹5,000 Penalty

The Hindu  

In response to the water scarcity in Bengaluru and surrounding districts, the Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewage Board has issued an order prohibiting the use of potable water for non-essential purpose, including washing vehicles, gardening, and for entertainment purposes like water fountains. While large apartments have been mandated to install in-situ Sewage Treatment Plants and have access to recycled water, …

Bengaluru water crisis: Karnataka bans use of drinking water to wash cars
1 year ago

Bengaluru water crisis: Karnataka bans use of drinking water to wash cars

Hindustan Times  

The Karnataka government on Friday banned the use of drinking water for various purposes, including washing of cars, gardening, construction and maintenance, amid a water crisis in Bengaluru. The Karnataka Water Supply and Sewerage Board also decided to impose a fine of ₹ 5,000 for violations on the same. The Karnataka Water Supply and Sewerage Board also decided to set …

Bengaluru water crisis: BJP MP Tejasvi Surya warns of protests if issue persists, offers 7-point suggestions
1 year ago

Bengaluru water crisis: BJP MP Tejasvi Surya warns of protests if issue persists, offers 7-point suggestions

India TV News  

Bengaluru water crisis: Bharatiya Janata Party MP Tejasvi Surya issued a stern warning to carry out protests outside Vidhana Soudha if the Congress-led government in Karnataka fails to swiftly address the drinking water crisis gripping Bengaluru. Following a discussion with Ram Prasath Manohar, the chairman of the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board, Surya emphasized that BJP leaders in the …

Karnataka Water Crisis DK Shivakumar Reveals Govt Plan To Take Over Bengaluru Borewells Private Water Tanker
1 year ago

Karnataka Water Crisis DK Shivakumar Reveals Govt Plan To Take Over Bengaluru Borewells Private Water Tanker

ABP News  

In a significant move to address the severe drinking water crisis in Bengaluru, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, cabinet ministers and the official secretaries of respective departments met in Bengaluru on Tuesday. The Deputy Chief Minister announced that the state government would take control of private water tankers in Bengaluru alongside taking over management of all …

‘Borewell at my house also dried up…’: Karnataka DCM DK Shivakumar amid water woes in Bengaluru
1 year ago

‘Borewell at my house also dried up…’: Karnataka DCM DK Shivakumar amid water woes in Bengaluru

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Tuesday said more than 3000 borewells in Bengaluru, including the one at his house, have dried up amid the ongoing water crisis. Assuring that officials are working seriously to solve the state capital's water woes, the DCM said the government will try to provide water to the public at reasonable rates. Earlier, an …

Bengaluru water crisis: ‘Water doesn't belong to any individual,’ Shivakumar explains plan to tackle shortage
1 year ago

Bengaluru water crisis: ‘Water doesn't belong to any individual,’ Shivakumar explains plan to tackle shortage

Live Mint  

Bengaluru news: Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar plans to take control of private water tankers in Bengaluru due to severe water shortage. Bengaluru news: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar explained plans for the state government to take control of private water tankers in Bengaluru due to the critical water shortage. Meanwhile, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday laid the …

What is Karnataka govt doing to solve Bengaluru water crisis? Deputy CM DK Shivakumar reveals action plan
1 year ago

What is Karnataka govt doing to solve Bengaluru water crisis? Deputy CM DK Shivakumar reveals action plan

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar on Monday said that the government has identified 50 per cent of the borewells in Bengaluru that have dried up. We have called for a meeting on Monday 12 pm to discuss tackling drinking water issue in Bengaluru,” he added. On Monday, chief minister Siddaramaiah laid the foundation stone of the Vrishabhavati lift irrigation …

Supplying drinking water to rapidly growing Bengaluru a 'big problem', says Dy CM Shivakumar
1 year, 1 month ago

Supplying drinking water to rapidly growing Bengaluru a 'big problem', says Dy CM Shivakumar

Hindustan Times  

Supplying drinking water to a rapidly growing city like Bengaluru is a "big problem” and a “major solution” is needed to address it, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar told the Legislative Assembly on Tuesday. He said almost 20 percent of Bengaluru’s water needs are met through tankers The Deputy Chief Minister, who is also in-charge for Bengaluru City …

Cauvery dispute: BJP to stage a dharna in front of Gandhi statue today
1 year, 6 months ago

Cauvery dispute: BJP to stage a dharna in front of Gandhi statue today

The Hindu  

The principal Opposition BJP will stage a dharna in front of the Mahatma Gandhi statue in the Vidhana Soudha premises on Wednesday against the alleged complete failure of the Congress government in the State with respect to handling of the Cauvery dispute. Yediyurappa will lead the protest that will be attended among others by party State president Nalin Kumar Kateel, …

Karnataka Congress Government an agent of Tamil Nadu, alleges BJP
1 year, 6 months ago

Karnataka Congress Government an agent of Tamil Nadu, alleges BJP

Deccan Chronicle  

BENGALURU: Criticising the release of water to Tamil Nadu by the State Government even before the Supreme Court gave its verdict, Bharatiya Janata Party leader and former Chief Minister B.S. Yeddyurappa on Saturday alleged that the Congress led State Government was acting as an agent of Tamil Nadu and expressed fears that the decision to release water to Tamil Nadu …

We have requested central team to visit region, assess water crisis: Karnataka deputy CM
1 year, 6 months ago

We have requested central team to visit region, assess water crisis: Karnataka deputy CM

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar announced on Friday that the state government has formally requested a central team to visit the region and assess the water scarcity issue affecting the Cauvery basin. Former Karnataka chief minister, BS Yediyurappa, however, criticised the Congress-led government, alleging that they have been releasing water despite the shortage to appease their political allies in …

Karnataka CM seeks report on water contamination
1 year, 7 months ago

Karnataka CM seeks report on water contamination

Hindustan Times  

Responding to a series of incidents of water contamination that has claimed lives of at least 12 people, Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah has asked the officials to submit a comprehensive action report within 15 days to identify and segregate sewer lines from drinking water pipelines, as part of an extensive hygiene campaign. Chief minister has asked the officials to submit …

Water contamination deaths in Karnataka: CM Siddaramaiah seeks report within 15 days
1 year, 7 months ago

Water contamination deaths in Karnataka: CM Siddaramaiah seeks report within 15 days

The Hindu  

In the light of at least 12 deaths that have occurred owing to consumption of contaminated water across the State, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday has sought an action taken report to identify and seggregate sewer lines and drinking water pipelines within 15 days as part of a hygiene drive. Reiterating his earlier threat to take action against the chief …

Karnataka to appeal to CWMA to reconsider decision on Cauvery water: DK Shivakumar
1 year, 7 months ago

Karnataka to appeal to CWMA to reconsider decision on Cauvery water: DK Shivakumar

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Thursday said the state government will approach the Cauvery Water Management Authority requesting it to reconsider its order to the state to release 10,000 cusecs of water everyday for the next 15 days to Tamil Nadu. So we are going to the court again with a request to reconsider the order of …

Karnataka: At least two dead, over 36 ill after drinking contaminated water in Chitradurga
1 year, 7 months ago

Karnataka: At least two dead, over 36 ill after drinking contaminated water in Chitradurga

India TV News  

At least two people were killed and 36 others have fallen sick after consuming contaminated water in the Chitradurga district of Karnataka on Wednesday, said sources. While Manjula died in the hospital, Raghu, who had gone to Bengaluru subsequent to consuming the water, developed extreme side effects and died later, the sources expressed. A portion of the unwell individuals are …

Indiranagar residents being supplied with contaminated water
1 year, 9 months ago

Indiranagar residents being supplied with contaminated water

The Hindu  

The last couple of days have been a horrific experience for residents of Indiranagar as they claim to have been supplied contaminated water by the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board. Speaking to The Hindu, Sneha Nandihal said, “We have been receiving contaminated water for the last 3 to 4 days. “The BWSSB had started a project to get the …

Water Main Poll Issue in Karnataka, Love Jihad BJP Agenda: DK Shivakumar at CNN-News18 Townhall
2 years, 1 month ago

Water Main Poll Issue in Karnataka, Love Jihad BJP Agenda: DK Shivakumar at CNN-News18 Townhall

News 18  

Water is the most important issue in the upcoming Karnataka elections, while ‘love jihad’ is an agenda of the ruling BJP, Karnataka Congress president DK Shivakumar said while speaking to CNN-News18’s Marya Shakil at the channel’s Bengaluru Townhall on Tuesday. At the event, Shivakumar said the previous Congress governments in the state started programmes for clean and drinking water. News18 …

Bengaluru Rain: No Drinking Water Supply for 2 Days; Traffic Snarls Throw Daily Life Out of Gear
2 years, 6 months ago

Bengaluru Rain: No Drinking Water Supply for 2 Days; Traffic Snarls Throw Daily Life Out of Gear

News 18  

The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board has warned of water supply disruption in several areas of the city on Monday and Tuesday after heavy rains led to flood-like situation in several areas and caused major traffic jams. #BengaluruRains | City flooded after heavy rainfall, waterlogging cause traffic snarls; water supply to be hit for 2 days@harishupadhya with the upatesWatch …

Only one lake in Bengaluru fit to be drinking water source after treatment
2 years, 11 months ago

Only one lake in Bengaluru fit to be drinking water source after treatment

The Hindu  

Multiple schemes, many promises and years later, the state of lakes in the city remains the same sordid tale of pollution, neglect and degradation. The latest classification of water quality in lakes in Bengaluru from April 2021 to March 2022 by the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board shows that all but one lake in the city failed to make it …

NGT Warns Officials For Failing To Protect Bengaluru Lakes From Contamination [Read Order]
5 years, 4 months ago

NGT Warns Officials For Failing To Protect Bengaluru Lakes From Contamination [Read Order]

Live Law  

Principal Bench of National Green Tribunal has sought explanation from Additional Chief Secretary, Karnataka, Commissioner, Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike, Commissioner, Bengaluru Development Authority, Chairman, BWSSB and the Member Secretary, State PCB on why coercive action including 'civil imprisonment' be not ordered for the violations of its. Principal Bench of National Green Tribunal has sought explanation from Additional Chief Secretary, Karnataka, …

‘Not providing safe water a violation of human rights’
11 years, 7 months ago

‘Not providing safe water a violation of human rights’

The Hindu  

It is the primary duty of the State to provide safe drinking water. A Division Bench comprising Chief Justice D.H. Waghela and Justice B.V. Nagarathna made the oral observation during the hearing of a public interest litigation petition initiated suo motu by the court based on a newspaper report about contaminated drinking water in many parts of the city. If …

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