Amid Water Shortage In Bengaluru, Karnataka's Latest Move To Manage Crisis
NDTV
The acute shortage of water and increasing demand led to the price of water tankers soaring in the city. The state government said the aim is to ensure water isn't just a luxury for the rich who can afford it.
Drought in parts of Karnataka has created a water crisis in Bengaluru and areas near the capital city. Residents in the city have been urged to use water judiciously and the Karnataka government has decided to take over private water tankers to manage the crisis.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said the state government will take control of private tankers, borewells and irrigation wells. "To streamline this water crisis, I am just trying to take over. We will see that there will be an equal share of everything and ensure they will not exploit the situation," Mr Shivakumar said. The Deputy Chief Minister said the government will consider introducing a standard price.
The acute shortage of water and increasing demand led to the price of water tankers soaring in the city. The state government said the aim is to ensure water isn't just a luxury for the rich who can afford it.
