Shimla Municipal Corporation's 2024: Promises and Protests
Shimla's civic body faced a turbulent 2024 marked by development promises, public protests over water and parking, and political challenges. Explore the key events that defined the year.
Shimla's civic body faced a turbulent 2024 marked by development promises, public protests over water and parking, and political challenges. Explore the key events that defined the year.
A shocking 1,438 government RO units lie defunct in Kalyana Karnataka due to poor maintenance, forcing villagers to consume contaminated water. Read about the health crisis and official inaction.
Bombay High Court criticizes Thane, Navi Mumbai, Kalyan Dombivli, Bhiwandi-Nizampur corporations for failing to enforce laws against illegal constructions, warning thousands could have been prevented.
Officials in Himachal's Sarkaghat confirm the drinking water supply is safe for consumption, with regular monitoring and testing in place. Read the full report on water quality assurance.
Despite heavy 2025 monsoon filling dams, Pune faces a severe water crisis. Residents pay crores for tankers as civic infrastructure fails. Read the full investigation.
Chandigarh explores international partnerships with Israel and Russia for its 24x7 water supply project. The MC will discuss eight options, including PPP and central funding, to avoid financial stress on residents.
Chandigarh MC proposes 8 models to salvage 24/7 water project as cost soars from Rs 550 cr to Rs 1,700 cr. Vote on Dec 30. Details on PPP, privatization & phased plans.
Water supply in Pune's Kothrud-Karvenagar & Baner-Balewadi areas disrupted for 2nd day. PMC repairs 1000mm pipeline. Supply to resume fully by Sunday. Tankers deployed. Read details.
Vadodara Municipal Corporation's cleaning of Manjalpur water tanks will disrupt supply on Friday evening. Service to resume gradually from Saturday morning. Details inside.
A major feeder pipeline burst in Coimbatore's Saravanampatti, flooding streets with drinking water. Officials aim to repair the damaged Pillur scheme II line by Friday evening. Read for details and impact on North zone supply.
Surat Municipal Corporation plans a Rs 77 crore water infrastructure project near the airport to improve supply in Dumas, Sultanabad, and Bhimpore. Read about the new tanks and pipeline network.
Explore how India's historic forts, like Chittorgarh, mastered rainwater harvesting centuries ago. Their ancient water wisdom provides crucial lessons for tackling today's severe water scarcity. Learn and act for a sustainable future.
BMC announces 87-hour low-pressure water supply in parts of Mumbai due to Metro 7A pipeline work. Check affected areas in Dharavi, BKC & timings. Store water & boil before drinking.
Coimbatore's 24x7 water supply project has reduced wastage from 40% to 16.8% and boosted revenue to ₹44 crore. See how smart meters and changed habits made it happen.
The Vasai Virar City Municipal Corporation (VVCMC) has initiated a process to cut 10% of its contractual staff to reduce costs. Departments must submit detailed reports by December 17.
Nashik district administration approves 6,400 mcft water for the city, a 200 mcft increase, to strengthen drinking water supply plans. Key upgrades to pipeline infrastructure underway.
Lakhs in Thane grapple with severe water shortage after a 50% supply cut. Damage to a key pipeline during gas work triggers crisis. Residents rely on costly tankers. Read more.
MVA alliance finalises seat-sharing for Kolhapur polls with Congress as senior partner. BJP-led Mahayuti also gears up for civic battles in Sangli and Ichalkaranji. Key details inside.
A newly laid pipeline in Gandhinagar's ambitious 24x7 water supply project burst, flooding roads and raising serious quality concerns. Residents now demand reliable supply.
MetroWater hikes pre-booked water tanker prices in Chennai by 16% to 46% from Dec 5. Residents and businesses face higher costs as tanker reliance grows. Details inside.
Punjab MLAs are spearheading new canal projects to rectify a 120-year-old water distribution error in Ludhiana. Learn how this historic correction aims to boost irrigation and development.
Living in high-pollution cities? Your water purifier choice is critical. Learn the 3-step guide to match purification tech to your water quality and protect your family's health.
The first elections in demerged Phursungi-Uruli Devachi fuel calls for a dedicated civic body for Pune's east. Experts & politicians cite PMC's overstretched limits & poor amenities. Read more.
Nagpur MLA Pravin Datke submitted a memorandum to the municipal commissioner against OCW's inflated water bills, demanding immediate correction and transparency.
An internal audit of Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation reveals a staggering loss of crores in potential advertisement revenue due to poor management. Find out the key findings and what it means for the city.
Punjab, Rajasthan, and Haryana exceed 100% groundwater extraction, far above India's 60% average. Over-reliance on paddy cultivation drives the crisis. Read the full report.
Chandigarh MC announces road closure at Mauli Jagran from Dec 2 to 12 for TT water pipeline work. Details on the water supply upgrade and traffic diversions here.
Kolkata reports 122 new dengue cases in one week, total reaches 1,501. South Kolkata neighborhoods show steady spike while BMC area crosses 400 cases. Learn prevention tips.
Delhi's water crisis gets relief as Himachal Pradesh agrees to supply 113.5 MGD via Haryana canals. Learn how this long-pending solution will impact water-scarce areas.
After decade-long wait, Bavan Soundatti water lift initiative to fill 39 lakes in Raibag taluk finally launches. Minister Satish Jarkiholi announces Dec 7 commencement date.