Nagpur: Residents of several areas in West Nagpur faced severe water scarcity amid scorching heat on Friday after a disruption in supply from the distribution centre near Nagpur University Campus. The private water operator, OCW, alleged that the disruption was caused when Ward 13 corporator Yogesh Pachpor and his associate forcibly operated a valve at the distribution centre, affecting water supply to areas including Sanjay Nagar and Trust Layout.
Impact on Consumers
OCW officials claimed that nearly 12,000 to 14,000 consumers were impacted due to the incident. Water supply from the centre is normally carried out between 6.30pm and 9.30pm. However, officials alleged that improper handling of the valve led to depletion of water stock by 8pm, resulting in the supply being cut short.
Corporator's Denial
Pachpor refuted the allegations and denied interfering with the system in any manner. The corporator clarified that he visited the distribution centre in his capacity as a member of the Water Supply Committee to inspect the functioning of the distribution system and understand the supply mechanism. He further stated that the operator at the centre explained the entire process to him during the visit.
OCW has lodged a complaint regarding the incident, and further investigation is underway. Residents continue to face hardships as the water supply remains affected.
