KALYAN: Cracking the whip over water supply lapses, Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC) Mayor Harshali Chaudhary warned that officials found negligent in their duties would be “sent home” as she carried out a surprise inspection at the Mohili pump house in Kalyan. The move comes amid rising anger among residents over worsening water scarcity across the KDMC limits, with several areas reporting low pressure or no water supply in recent days. Chaudhary visited the Mohili pump house in the ‘A’ ward without prior notice to assess the ground situation. During the inspection, she expressed strong displeasure over delays in operations and alleged inefficiency among staff. Officials were pulled up for poor planning, which she said had disrupted the water distribution system. Interacting directly with engineers and employees, the mayor sought details on the technical issues affecting supply. However, she observed that administrative delays and negligence, more than technical constraints, were responsible for the situation. Taking a stern stand, Chaudhary warned that dereliction of duty would not be tolerated and hinted at immediate action against erring staff. She directed officials to present a detailed plan for water distribution across wards, identify shortage-hit areas, and ensure better coordination. The mayor also instructed that residents should not be forced to depend on water tankers and asked officials to streamline supply at the earliest. “While citizens are struggling for water, the administration cannot remain passive. The Mohili pump house is the heart of the city’s water supply system. Any delay here is unacceptable. Ensuring water supply is the right of every citizen, and we are committed to delivering it,” she said. The surprise visit has triggered a stir within the civic water supply department, with focus now on whether the administration can restore timely and adequate supply across Kalyan-Dombivli.
