Nearly 30% of Cauvery water lost before reaching Bengaluru homes..BWSSB proposes solution!

Bengaluru loses significant Cauvery water due to leakages and old pipelines; BWSSB initiates thorough checks of city reservoirs to curb wastage.

Bengaluru faces a major challenge as nearly 30% of Cauvery water supplied to the city is lost before it reaches consumers. Despite extensive repairs and Rs 654 crore spent on replacing aging pipelines, water wastage remains alarmingly high. The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has ordered a detailed inspection of all 86 Cauvery water storage reservoirs across the city and its outskirts.

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BWSSB Chairman Dr. Ram Prasath Manohar has instructed officials to inspect key reservoirs, including those at TK Halli, Herohalli, Tataguni, and TG Halli. The inspection report is expected by August 30. The board’s Chief Engineer will supervise the initiative in coordination with reservoir officers and specialized agencies.

Water losses from leakage, theft, metering errors or by any means should not exceed 15% according to Central Public Health and Environmental Engineering Organisation (CPHEEO) standards. However, BWSSB data reveals nearly double this figure, attributing losses to pipeline leaks, faulty meters, damaged reservoirs, and cleaning processes.

Back in 2015-16, Bengaluru received 1,450 million litres of Cauvery water daily, but 45% was lost to leakages. Despite ongoing repairs, decades-old pipelines continue to cause substantial water wastage, underscoring the urgent need for systemic upgrades.

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