Bengaluru Water Tariffs Revised Amid Rising Costs

• Bengaluru's water tariffs are set for revision starting April 10, 2025, as announced by BWSSB Chairman Dr Ram Prasath Manohar.
• The new rates aim to balance financial sustainability with affordability, targeting high-consumption and non-domestic users with steeper hikes.
• Despite monthly operational expenses of Rs 200 crore, BWSSB collects only Rs 120 crore, resulting in an Rs 80 crore deficit.
• The revised tariffs promote water conservation with incremental charges based on usage slabs, protecting lower and middle-income households.
• This revision follows recent hikes in power tariffs, milk prices, fuel costs, and other essentials, adding further burden to household budgets.

Source: Mathrubhumi English, Hindustan Times, Abp News, Times Now News