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Govt to hike water tariff in Bengaluru: Shivakumar

Bengaluru, Mar 14 (UNI) Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Friday announced that the government is considering a water tariff hike of one paisa per litre to address financial constraints and bridge a revenue shortfall of Rs 1,000 crore.
The announcement follows his statement during the zero-hour session in the Legislative Council on Thursday, where he emphasised the necessity of a marginal increase in water tariffs to sustain Bengaluru's water supply infrastructure and ensure uninterrupted service to residents.
"The financial burden on the government is growing, and a rationalised tariff structure is essential to maintain operations. However, we are also assessing ways to minimise the impact on consumers," Shivakumar said.
The Legislative Council discussion comes amid mounting concerns over Bengaluru’s drinking water crisis. With residents increasingly vocal about water shortages, the government is exploring long-term solutions to address the issue.
Shivakumar reiterated that any tariff revision would be implemented with public interest in mind, ensuring that lower-income groups are not disproportionately affected.
The government is expected to table a formal proposal in the coming days, detailing the specifics of the hike along with potential relief measures for affected consumers. UNI BDN SSP
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