In a bid to address the burgeoning water crisis, the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) in conjunction with the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) has announced stringent penalties for residential water wastage.
Effective immediately, households and residential complexes caught squandering potable water through open taps or overflowing tanks will face fines amounting to Rs 5,000. Civic authorities, spearheading the initiative, will commence daily inspections of residential areas to monitor and deter irresponsible water usage practices. Utilising photographic evidence, officials will document instances of water mismanagement, even in the absence of homeowners, underscoring the gravity of the issue. GHMC’s proactive approach extends beyond punitive measures; the corporation has initiated a comprehensive awareness campaign aimed at fostering a culture of water conservation among citizens. Employing informative posters and community outreach programs, GHMC endeavours to instil a sense of responsibility towards water preservation, thereby mitigating the looming spectre of water scarcity. This decisive action underscores the municipality’s commitment to sustainable resource management and underscores the imperative for collective participation in safeguarding Hyderabad’s precious water reserves. As the city grapples with mounting environmental challenges, such initiatives serve as pivotal steps towards ensuring a resilient and water-secure future for its denizens.
