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Bengaluru Faces Severe Groundwater Crisis: 65 Wards Flagged by IISc

The construction industry in Bengaluru has been instructed to strictly use treated water for all building activities. Representative Image: Canva

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News18•27-02-2026, 16:17

Bengaluru Faces Severe Groundwater Crisis: 65 Wards Flagged by IISc

•IISc report warns 65 Bengaluru wards face severe groundwater depletion, identified using AI and IoT.
•BWSSB approves a ₹10.14 crore emergency plan to stabilize water supply in affected areas.
•Key measures include fixing pipeline leaks, prioritizing new water connections, and lake revival.
•Strict bans reimposed on using potable water for non-essential tasks like car washing and gardening, with fines.
•Public spaces and construction industry mandated to use aerators and treated water, respectively.

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