Bengaluru faces water supply disruption on July 16
- Water supply will be disrupted in Bengaluru on July 16
- The disruption is due to scheduled maintenance work
- Residents in affected areas are advised to store water
The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has announced a disruption in water supply across several parts of the city on July 16. The interruption is part of scheduled maintenance work aimed at upgrading the water distribution network.
Areas affected
The disruption will impact residents in multiple wards, including parts of central and south Bengaluru. Officials have not yet released a complete list of affected localities, but sources indicate that areas such as Shivajinagar, Chamrajpet, and Basavanagudi are likely to face interruptions.
Commercial establishments and apartment complexes in these zones have been advised to plan accordingly. The BWSSB has urged residents to store adequate water for drinking and domestic use ahead of the scheduled maintenance.
Timing and duration
The water supply will be suspended from early morning on July 16. The disruption is expected to last for 24 hours, with normal supply resuming by the morning of July 17. However, officials caution that restoration may take longer in some areas depending on the progress of the maintenance work.
Residents are advised to check with their local BWSSB offices for specific timings in their respective areas. The board has set up a helpline number for queries and complaints during the disruption period.
Reason for the disruption
The maintenance work involves repairs to aging pipelines and valves in the water distribution system. BWSSB officials said the upgrades are necessary to reduce leaks and improve supply efficiency in the long term.
Similar maintenance drives have been conducted in other parts of the city over the past few months. The board has faced criticism for frequent disruptions, but officials maintain that the work is essential to prevent larger breakdowns during peak summer months.
Residents are encouraged to cooperate with the maintenance schedule and report any issues to the BWSSB helpline. The board has promised to minimize inconvenience and restore supply as quickly as possible.
What happens next: Water supply is expected to normalise by July 17, but residents in affected areas should monitor local updates for any changes in the restoration timeline.