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A year when Bengaluru faced acute water crisis and took many remedial measures
2 days ago

A year when Bengaluru faced acute water crisis and took many remedial measures

The Hindu  

After a failed monsoon the previous year, the summer of 2024 saw the city face one of the worst water crisis in recent times. Water conservation The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board mandated aerators and flow restrictors that can cut wastage by up to 75% for all public taps. Cauvery V Stage The year came to an end with …

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How Bengaluru is gearing up for ‘dry Holi’ celebrations amid water crisis?
9 months ago

How Bengaluru is gearing up for ‘dry Holi’ celebrations amid water crisis?

Hindustan Times  

The Holi celebrations in Bengaluru are not going to be the same this year, as the city has been going through a severe water crisis for the past several weeks. How Bengaluru is gearing up for ‘dry Holi’ celebrations amid water crisis? It is important to celebrate Holi responsibly amid water crisis.” The Resident Welfare Associations of many communities also …

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New bore dwellers in Bengaluru must take permission from govt: BBMP amid water crisis
9 months, 1 week ago

New bore dwellers in Bengaluru must take permission from govt: BBMP amid water crisis

Hindustan Times  

As the city grapples with one of its worst water crises, the civic water board has warned of initiating legal action against those drilling unauthorised borewells, in yet another measure aimed at tiding over the situation. New bore dwellers in Bengaluru must take permission from govt: BBMP The move comes days after Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board banned the …

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Bengaluru’s Water Crisis Prompts Ban on Drinking Water for Non-Essential Needs, with a ₹5,000 Penalty
9 months, 2 weeks 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, …

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Bengaluru water crisis: Karnataka bans use of drinking water to wash cars
9 months, 2 weeks 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 …

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Bengaluru apartment's 'no water’ alert to residents amid ongoing crisis
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Bengaluru apartment's 'no water’ alert to residents amid ongoing crisis

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru city is grappling with a severe water shortage, leading residents to a frantic search for the major source of life in the midst of dried up borewells and few tankers for relief. We have lust received alarming news that the RTO & BWSSB authorities are seizing all water tankers to ensure water delivery to areas facing severe water scarcity, …

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Drinking water crisis looming over Bengaluru but govt. says no worries till summer
1 year, 2 months ago

Drinking water crisis looming over Bengaluru but govt. says no worries till summer

The Hindu  

As Bengaluru is likely to partially shut down due to the bandh called on Tuesday to protest against the government releasing Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu, there is a dark shadow of a drinking water crisis looming over the city. Rakesh Singh, Additional Chief Secretary, Urban Development Department and Water Resources Department, said that there was sufficient water for the …

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