BANGALORE WATER SUPPLY AND SEWERAGE BOARD

Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar addressed concerns over potential water tariff increases in Bengaluru, noting that rates have not been adjusted in a decade despite financial losses. He stressed the necessity for new projects and highlighted diffic...

Gujarat government officials adopt a disturbing tactic, allowing citizens to pay bribes in installments, easing financial strain. Dubbed 'empathetically corrupt,' this method surfaces amidst reports of hefty bribes demanded, including a Rs 21 lakh d...

The rejuvenation of Hesaraghatta lake has become imperative due to continuous encroachment on its catchment areas and the subsequent reduction in water storage capacity. Chairman Manohar launched the 'Triple R' campaign, aimed at reclaiming, revivin...

Hyderabad water crisis prompts collaboration between Hyderabad water board and 18 NGOs to promote rainwater harvesting among high water consumers in upscale areas. Survey reveals groundwater depletion with 65% borewells dried up. NGOs to cover 300 s...

The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has embarked on a strategy to conserve water by implementing supply cuts to big customers. This initiative aims to mitigate a portion of the daily water deficit faced by the city during the summe...

The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) is starting the distribution of recycled water for construction purposes from today to diminish reliance on borewells in the area. Developers have already requested 62 lakh liters of recycled wat...

The Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has assured IT companies in the city of ample water supply amid reports of invitations from neighboring states due to water shortages. Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board authorities recent...

Bengaluru has fined 22 families ₹5,000 each for using Cauvery water for non-essential activities during the water crisis. The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) collected a total of ₹1.1 lakh in fines from these households, which were...

Bengaluru's BWSSB supplies treated water from Cubbon Park plant to M Chinnaswamy Stadium for IPL 2024 matches amid severe water crisis. The initiative promotes efficient water management and highlights the city's water scarcity issues.

India’s technology city is either looking up at the skies or awaiting tankers for water. Since Cauvery alone cannot fulfill Bengaluru’s water needs, experts say the city needs an approach integrating multiple sources for long-term solutions. What ha...

Bengaluru is hit by a water crisis worsened by urbanization. 'Silicon Valley of India' needs mandatory water harvesting and other conservation measures, say experts. Videos, on social media platforms, show residents struggling to get water for their...

Bengaluru's water utility has launched four apps to help residents cope with the water shortage crisis. Jalamitra, Parisara Jalasnehi, Andar Jala, and Samrakshaka allow citizens to volunteer for water leakage detection surveys, book treated water on...

Bengaluru faces severe water scarcity amid its worst drought in 30-40 years, with an IISc study attributing it to a 70% decline in the city's water spread area. Urbanization, marked by a 1055% increase in built-up areas, is blamed for depleting grou...

Bengaluru is facing a severe water crisis, leading residents to urge employers for work-from-home option. The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has prohibited use of drinking water for non-drinking purposes. T

Karnataka BJP leaders staged a sit-in in Bengaluru, brandishing water pots and wearing Siddaramaiah-masks. MP Tejasvi Surya accused Congress of leaving people high and dry, while R Ashoka alleged that the government's inefficiency has led to multina...

The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) had issued a notice, barring the usage of potable water for any other purpose such as gardening or washing vehicles.

BWSSB said in an order that before drilling borewells for personal or other use in Bengaluru city, it is mandatory to obtain permission from concerned authorities as per section 11 of Karnataka Ground Water (Regulation and Control of Development and...

Bengaluru is facing a severe water shortage, impacting industries and residents. The Karnataka government is addressing the issue, but BJP MP Tejaswi Surya warns of protests if the crisis persists. He proposes measures, including providing treated w...

Bengaluru faces a severe water crisis as summer arrives, leading to a 24-hour water supply cut. Over 200 talukas in Karnataka are declared drought-hit, worsening the situation. Residents are paying double the usual cost for water tankers, with some ...