New Delhi: Thousands of people in several areas of East Delhi, including East Vinod Nagar, are troubled by the problem of contaminated drinking water. Local residents allege that the water coming from taps in their homes carries a strong sewage-like smell. In several places, the colour of the water also appears to have changed. As a result, people are being forced to make alternative arrangements for drinking and domestic use.
According to local people, the problem has persisted for a long time. Despite repeated complaints, no permanent solution has been found. Residents say the use of contaminated water has increased the risk of vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain and other water-borne diseases. Some families have also complained of illness. However, a direct link between these illnesses and the water can be established only after investigation.
Residents of East Vinod Nagar have cited old and dilapidated pipelines as the main cause of the problem. They allege that at many places, drinking water and sewer lines are extremely close to each other. Due to leakages in pipes or poor maintenance, dirty water may be mixing with the drinking water supply. This leaves the water reaching homes unfit for use.
Because of the contaminated water problem, many families are being forced to buy bottled water or depend on other sources. This is also increasing household expenses. Residents have demanded that the Delhi Jal Board inspect the pipelines, get water samples tested in a laboratory and provide safe drinking water in the affected areas.
Ensuring the supply of clean drinking water is the administration’s responsibility. It is therefore necessary that the departments concerned take prompt action on the complaints, identify the cause of the contaminated water and provide a permanent solution.
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