Ward-wise checking squad in Rajkot, those who steal water by installing electric motors will be punished, if caught for the second time, police complaint

Due to insufficient rains in Rajkot, this year we have to rely entirely on Narmada water for water supply. In such a situation, every drop of water is saved and illegal water theft is stopped. Strict measures have been taken by Commissioner Tushar Sumera. After visiting different areas in person recently, the Municipal Commissioner has now formed a special checking squad in all the 18 wards of the city to prevent water theft. Through which those who steal water by placing electric motors will be fined. If the same person is caught again, the motor will be confiscated by complaining to the police. At the same time, the commissioner has also shown readiness to take strict action against the negligence of the valvemen. Officials will keep a kits to check the quality of water Rajkot Municipal Commissioner. Commissioner Tushar Sumera said in a conversation with Divya Bhaskar that an intensive drive is being run wardwise to prevent water theft, in which the main focus is on regularity, proper force and quality water. Now all the officers will also carry a water quality test kit and test the water on the spot and check the water. At the same time, if there is theft or wastage of water, strict action will be taken there. Also, the timing of the valves will be fixed throughout the city and if the valveman or any other officer is found to be negligent or negligent in the operation, strict action will also be taken against them. I also appeal to all the citizens that we have to save water, do not waste water and do not steal water illegally. Special checking squad formed for 18 wards The municipal corporation has decided to conduct door-to-door checks by forming ward-wise teams to prevent illegal water theft, direct pumping and ghost tap connections. Managers of various branches have been appointed as team leaders in this checking squad, while deputy engineers and ward officers have been included as members of the ward team. In order to maintain transparency in the checking work, deputy engineers of other wards have been appointed instead of the deputy engineer of the respective ward. Apart from this, the team will also include employees like assistant engineer, additional assistant engineer, work assistant and fitter of the water works branch. Punitive action against those who steal water from electric motors All teams have been instructed to conduct intensive checking at the time of water distribution in their assigned area. According to the commissioner's order, if a citizen is caught stealing water by direct pumping by placing an electric motor for the first time, then his motor will be confiscated and a fine of Rs. 2,000 will be imposed. If the Assamese does not pay the fine within 4 days, the tap connection will be disconnected. Even after paying the fine, if the motor is not taken within 30 days, the municipal corporation will sell it in scrap. If the same citizen is caught stealing water for the second time, the motor will not be returned, the tap connection will be permanently disconnected and a police complaint will be lodged against him under the relevant sections. Red eye against ghost tap connections and water wastage The Commissioner has also announced strict action against ghost tap connection holders. If ghost tap connection is caught for the first time, then an opportunity will be given to regularize it. But if it is not regularized and the ghost tap connection is caught again from the same place, then Rs. A fine of Rs. 5,000 will be imposed and a police complaint will be filed regarding public property damage and water theft. Apart from this, a provision has also been made to levy a fine of Rs. 250 against Assamese who waste normal water. A provision has also been made to levy a fine of Rs. 250.