The Delhi Government has brought good news for people struggling with their old water bills. A new ‘One Time Settlement’ scheme will soon be launched, making it easier for residents to clear their pending dues with a special discount.
Big Announcements for Water Consumers
- The government will introduce a one-time scheme to help people pay their outstanding water bills at a reduced amount.
- This scheme is designed to give relief to those who have unpaid bills and are worried about their water supply being disconnected.
- Until the scheme is officially launched, no water connections will be suspended for unpaid bills.
Improvements in Water Billing System
- The Delhi Jal Board’s billing software is being upgraded to support this new scheme.
- The update will help reduce errors in billing and make the process smoother for consumers.
- The software changes are expected to be completed within two months.
- Once the system is ready, the proposal for the scheme will be discussed in the next board meeting.
Key Projects and Upgrades Approved
Wazirabad Water Treatment Plant
- The government has approved the upgradation of the Wazirabad Water Treatment Plant.
- This project aims to provide better water supply to more than 30 lakh people in Delhi.
- The project was first agreed upon in 2013, but it was delayed in the past.
- The cost of the project has now increased to Rs 3,715 crore.
- The work will begin in about 6-7 months, after getting approval from the Centre.
New Sewer Lines
- New sewer lines will be laid in Sonia Vihar and Hasanpur areas.
- The project in Sonia Vihar will be completed in 12 months, while Hasanpur’s will take 15 months.
- The total cost for these sewer lines is around Rs 51 crore.
- These new lines will improve sanitation and make life easier for residents in these areas.
Steps to Strengthen the Water Department
- To deal with the shortage of staff, 131 new engineers will be hired.
- Retired engineers from the central and state governments, as well as from public sector companies, will be brought in.
- This move will help speed up ongoing and new projects, ensuring better water services for everyone.
What This Means for Delhi Residents
- People with pending water bills will soon have a chance to clear their dues with a special discount, making it less of a burden.
- No one needs to worry about their water connection being cut off before the scheme is launched.
- The new billing system will make it easier to pay bills and avoid mistakes.
- Upgraded water treatment and new sewer lines will improve the quality of life for many people in Delhi.
- More engineers will mean faster and better service from the water department.
The Delhi Government is taking important steps to help people with unpaid water bills and to improve the city’s water services. With the upcoming ‘One Time Settlement’ scheme, better billing systems, new water and sewer projects, and more staff, residents can look forward to easier bill payments and better water supply. This is a big relief for many families and will help make Delhi a better place to live.
