Yogesh K Porwar
– Model calculator to estimate Cauvery connection fees on BWSSB website.
– Series of meetings by Water Board Chairman to address apartment association concerns.
– On-site resolution of apartment-related issues.
– Clarification on pro-rata fees.
– Daily supply of 200 liters of water per household.
-Each family is assured a minimum supply of 200 liters of clean drinking water per day.The exact quantity may vary depending on the population of each apartment complex.
In addition to drinking water,apartments have been advised to utilize treated water for non-potable purposes such as gardening, house cleaning,and other daily activities.
Bengaluru:Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) Chairman Dr.Ram Prasath Manohar announced that steps are being taken to simplify the process for apartments to obtain Cauvery water connections.
This announcement followed his participation in a series of meetings aimed at raising awareness among apartment residents about potential water challenges during the summer and addressing their concerns regarding Cauvery water connections.
*Model Calculator for Cauvery Connection Fees:
To resolve issues related to high charges and other concerns faced by apartment residents,Dr.Manohar participated in meetings organized in collaboration with the Bangalore Apartment Federation.Several issues were addressed and resolved on-site during these sessions.
Dr.Manohar emphasized the need for streamlining the application process and its follow-up.He also noted significant confusion regarding the fees for apartment water connections.
To address this,BWSSB will introduce a model calculator on its website,allowing consumers to easily estimate the connection fees for their apartments or houses.This initiative aims to simplify the entire process,ensuring greater clarity and transparency.
*Three-Member Committee for Tariff-Related Issues:
To further assist customers,BWSSB will establish a three-member committee,led by the Chief Engineer,to address complaints related to tariffs.This committee will thoroughly review complaints and provide timely resolutions.
“Our goal is to offer transparent solutions, eliminating unnecessary delays and excessive charges through this committee,”Dr.Manohar stated.
*Assured Water Supply:
Apartment residents with Cauvery water connections will receive a guaranteed daily supply of 200 liters per household.Following the inauguration of the Cauvery Phase 5 project,BWSSB now has sufficient water resources and is working to distribute the supply across Bengaluru in a phased manner.
“Our objective is to ensure that every household receives the required amount of water without hassle,”Dr. Manohar assured.
*Collaborative Efforts with Apartment Federations:
Satish Mallya,Vice President of the Bangalore Apartment Federation,praised BWSSB’s proactive approach,stating, “The Water Board has taken significant steps to address the challenges faced by apartments in obtaining Cauvery water connections.
Divisional meetings,organized in collaboration with us, have seen the active participation of the Chairman himself, who is providing on-the-spot solutions.
Evening meetings are being arranged for residents’ convenience, and similar sessions will soon be held in the North Zone,as already conducted in the East Zone.”
Dr.Manohar further highlighted the progress made so far:“Our primary objective is to resolve apartment-related issues transparently. We have already visited several apartments in Bengaluru East and addressed their concerns.
In collaboration with the Bangalore Apartment Federation,we are conducting a series of meetings to prevent water shortages during summer.
Through 258 Cauvery Connection Campaigns, over 21,000 connections have been provided so far.Meetings are being held across all zones,with evening sessions planned to ensure maximum resident participation.”
