Chandigarh, June 16 – Residents of Sector 47-D are facing a severe water crisis amid the ongoing heatwave, with many complaining of negligible or non-potable water supply. The problem has worsened during the summer, with water either completely unavailable or too dirty to use.
“There have been several days this summer when there was simply no water,” said Jyoti Bhardwaj, a local resident. “From drinking to bathing — every basic need is disrupted.”
Another resident, Shailendra Sharma, said, “The pressure is so low that water doesn’t even reach the first floor. The little that does come stinks and looks muddy. It’s not usable for anything.”
Despite repeated complaints, locals say the Municipal Corporation has failed to provide any permanent solution. Some officials come to inspect, but no action follows, said Sumit Kumar. He added that residents are forced to use motors, incurring additional financial burden.
Manohar Lal, another resident, said, “We wonder if we’re really living in Chandigarh. Even villagers get better water than this.” Frustrated with the inaction, the residents are now considering a public protest.
According to officials, Chandigarh is currently facing a shortfall of 15–20 MGD (million gallons daily) against a demand of 110 MGD. The city is presently receiving only 87 MGD, and water demand typically rises by 15–20% during peak summer months.
Residents have demanded immediate pipeline cleaning, regulated water supply, and technical upgrades to ensure water reaches higher floors.
