‘Sanchari Cauvery’: BWSSB launches bulk booking for BIS-certified water to apartments in Bengaluru

To curb the growing strain on groundwater resources in Bengaluru, the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has opened bulk booking for its ‘Sanchari Cauvery’ initiative. This scheme will provide Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)-certified drinking water to apartment complexes and residential communities across the city.

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The move primarily targets apartment clusters, especially those on the city’s outskirts, where dependency on private water tankers drawing from borewells has led to unsustainable groundwater extraction. By offering an alternative supply of certified water, BWSSB aims to restore the water balance and ensure safer water access for residents.

Under the system, apartment associations can book tanker water on a first-come, first-served basis through BWSSB’s official portal. A minimum one-month advance payment is required, with options to book services for up to a year. The service promises uninterrupted supply and uses a tech-enabled system, including GPS tracking and control centres, to manage distribution effectively.

This marks the extension of the Sanchari Cauvery project to a broader user base, reinforcing BWSSB’s focus on reducing groundwater reliance. The initiative also reflects the board’s push towards innovation and sustainability, with a long-term goal of ensuring reliable water access for the city’s growing population.

BWSSB hopes the new system will encourage more residential complexes to opt for certified water, thereby reducing pressure on depleting aquifers and improving water quality citywide.