BWSSB takes action against not implementing rainwater harvesting
Over last six months, fines totaling over 11 crore rupees imposed
Fines in accordance with Section 72 'A' of Water Board Act-2009
In the urban landscape, there remains a lack of awareness among property owners regarding the imperative need for water conservation.
The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has taken action against negligent homeowners for not implementing rainwater harvesting systems, aggravated by the prevailing hot weather conditions.
Over the span of six months, fines totaling over 11 crore rupees have been imposed, with the exact figure amounting to Rs 11,75,91,813.
The breakdown of monthly penalties is as follows:
This considerable fine has been levied in response to the reluctance of property owners to embrace rainwater harvesting initiatives, despite BWSSB’s emphasis on its importance.
These measures are in accordance with Section 72 ‘A’ of the Water Board Act-2009, as amended in 2021, which mandates rainwater harvesting for buildings exceeding 2,400 square feet or plots over 1,200 square feet.
BWSSB’s enforcement aims to alleviate the city’s reliance on the Cauvery river water by maximizing rainwater capture. However, many property owners have been hesitant to comply with these regulations.
Effective adoption of rainwater harvesting systems could potentially augment the city’s water resources by approximately 15 TMC (Thousand Million Cubic feet).
Penalties for non-compliance include a 50% increase in water bills for the initial three months, escalating to 100% thereafter, as stipulated by BWSSB.
BWSSB takes action against not implementing rainwater harvesting
Over last six months, fines totaling over 11 crore rupees imposed
Fines in accordance with Section 72 'A' of Water Board Act-2009
In the urban landscape, there remains a lack of awareness among property owners regarding the imperative need for water conservation.
The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has taken action against negligent homeowners for not implementing rainwater harvesting systems, aggravated by the prevailing hot weather conditions.
Over the span of six months, fines totaling over 11 crore rupees have been imposed, with the exact figure amounting to Rs 11,75,91,813.
The breakdown of monthly penalties is as follows:
This considerable fine has been levied in response to the reluctance of property owners to embrace rainwater harvesting initiatives, despite BWSSB’s emphasis on its importance.
These measures are in accordance with Section 72 ‘A’ of the Water Board Act-2009, as amended in 2021, which mandates rainwater harvesting for buildings exceeding 2,400 square feet or plots over 1,200 square feet.
BWSSB’s enforcement aims to alleviate the city’s reliance on the Cauvery river water by maximizing rainwater capture. However, many property owners have been hesitant to comply with these regulations.
Effective adoption of rainwater harvesting systems could potentially augment the city’s water resources by approximately 15 TMC (Thousand Million Cubic feet).
Penalties for non-compliance include a 50% increase in water bills for the initial three months, escalating to 100% thereafter, as stipulated by BWSSB.
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