Delhi Water Crisis: After Indore, Delhi’s water is also poisonous – what is the real reason and who is responsible? , Delhi Drinking Water Contaminated Sewage Leakage Alert

Delhi Drinking Water Contaminated: After Indore, the cleanest city of the country, the condition of drinking water in the capital Delhi is now taking a serious turn. After the water was found dirty in Indore, now the same problem is visible in the capital also. In areas like Prem Nagar, Nabi Karim, Patel Nagar and Sadar Bazaar, old and dilapidated pipelines are leaking sewage into drinking water. Stinky and contaminated water has affected the daily lives of people. Every household has to rely on bottled water, adding additional burden to low-income families.

Why are old areas of Delhi facing threat in drinking water?

Local people allege that many pipelines are 48-50 years old. Due to leakage at many places, sewage water is directly mixing with drinking water. Areas with narrow streets, like Prem Nagar, are the worst affected. Due to this leakage the water has become completely contaminated and the local people are forced to drink it.

Impact of dirty water on health

Residents reported that problems like stomach diseases, diarrhea, vomiting and fever are increasing. RO purifiers are also breaking down again and again because the water is very dirty. Those who cannot afford bottled water or purifiers have very limited options.

Where is the accountability of the Municipal Corporation and agencies?

Kuljeet Singh Chahal, vice-chairman of New Delhi Municipal Council, says the water is tested regularly and conforms to safety standards. But local people allege that despite complaints, no permanent solution was found. Many families come together to get the pipelines cleaned, but the problem returns within a few days.

Will Delhi be able to avoid an emergency like Indore?

Due to dilapidated water pipelines and leakage in Indore, emergency was started and a permanent solution to the problem was found. About 40% areas of Delhi are still drinking contaminated water. Local people are now demanding immediate replacement of the pipeline and accountability from those responsible.

How will the government deal with the problem of drinking water?

Delhi’s aging pipeline network and sewage leakage have created a water emergency in the capital. If immediate steps are not taken, this could turn into a major public health crisis.