Concerns have been raised over water quality at Brigade Meadows Plumeria, an apartment complex in Bengaluru, which sources its water from an on-site borewell. Recent cases of gastroenteritis have been linked to the water supply, although the exact cause remains unclear. Despite conflicting test results from multiple labs, a government lab report revealed that the water in five out of six tanks was deemed safe. However, one tank, supplying a specific block, was found to be contaminated with E. coli. The affected tank has been cleaned, and its water supply has been halted pending further investigation.
The issue comes amid heightened awareness about water contamination in Bengaluru. Earlier this year, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar issued a strong warning to officials, emphasizing that strict action would be taken if potable water quality was compromised. He instructed local authorities, including the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) and the Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB), to ensure the quality of drinking water and take responsibility for any waterborne diseases that might arise.
Shivakumar also directed that all drinking water units undergo regular inspections and that frequent tests be conducted to check for contamination, after reports of waterborne illnesses surfaced from multiple regions in the state. The government’s proactive approach underscores the growing concern over water safety in Bengaluru.
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