Nagpur: Dozens of Congress workers, led by Leader of Opposition Sanjay Mahalkalkar, laid siege to the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) headquarters on Wednesday to protest the city's deteriorating water supply situation. The demonstrators accused the civic administration of failing to provide regular and adequate water to residents across multiple localities.
Symbolic Protest with Earthen Pots
Raising slogans and demanding immediate action, the Congress workers carried earthen pots symbolizing the daily struggles faced by citizens due to irregular water supply. In a dramatic display of anger and frustration, the protesters smashed the pots at the gates of the civic body office, condemning what they termed as the complete collapse of water management in the city.
Mahalkalkar's Statement
Speaking to the media, Mahalkalkar said, "For the last two to three months, citizens across Nagpur have been suffering due to irregular water supply. Despite repeated meetings with the Mayor, the administration has failed to resolve the issue. Areas like Sakkardara, Dighori, and Nandanvan are facing severe shortages, while limited tankers are serving multiple wards." He added that people in many areas are being forced to depend on water tankers or store water for days because of inconsistent supply and low water pressure.
Demands of the Protesters
The demonstrators demanded a transparent water distribution system, quick repairs of leakages and pipelines, and accountability from officials responsible for the disruption in supply. The protest highlighted growing public dissatisfaction over basic civic amenities and added pressure on the municipal administration to address the ongoing water troubles urgently.
This protest underscores the critical need for immediate action to resolve Nagpur's water crisis, which has been affecting thousands of residents for months. The NMC is now under increased scrutiny to deliver effective solutions and restore regular water supply to all areas.
