: Residents of several localities in East Delhi are facing serious difficulties as black, dirty and foul-smelling water has reportedly been flowing from household taps for several days. The problem has raised concerns over drinking water safety, with families struggling to arrange clean water for drinking, cooking and other daily needs. In Harsh Vihar, residents say the problem has continued for nearly a month, while complaints have also emerged from West Jyoti Nagar, Seelampur, Gokalpuri, Sundar Nagri, Mandawali, Vinod Nagar, Yamuna Vihar, Laxmi Nagar, Vivek Vihar and Karawal Nagar.
Families Forced to Buy Bottled Water The poor quality of water has compelled many households to purchase bottled drinking water, increasing their monthly expenses. Residents say the water is so dirty and unpleasant that they cannot safely use it even for cooking. Some families have also reported health problems after using the contaminated supply, although the cause has not been independently established.
Possible Pipeline Contamination Raises Concern Residents suspect that sewage may be entering drinking water pipelines due to damaged or poorly maintained sewer and water networks. However, the exact cause of contamination will need to be established through inspection and water-quality testing. People have alleged that repeated complaints to the Delhi Jal Board have not resulted in a lasting solution.
Delhi Jal Board Promises Inspection Residents are demanding immediate inspection and cleaning of pipelines, along with regular testing of water quality. Delhi Jal Board officials have reportedly said that the affected pipelines will be inspected and steps will be taken to resolve the problem. Until the supply is confirmed safe, residents should avoid using visibly contaminated or foul-smelling tap water for drinking and cooking and seek safe alternative drinking water.
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