Bengaluru RWAs ban car washing, ask residents to use disposables and wet wipes amid water shortage

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Bengaluru, resident welfare associations (RWAs) across the city have implemented strict measures to conserve water. Facing unprecedented scarcity, these RWAs have initiated water rationing and imposed bans on non-essential water usage activities, such as vehicle washing and swimming pool maintenance, a TOI report stated.

Water Rationing and Usage Restrictions in Bengaluru

Amidst the growing concerns over dwindling water resources, several residential enclaves have taken proactive steps to mitigate the crisis. Notably, a prominent residential enclave in south Bengaluru has urged its residents to adopt alternative measures to conserve water. The Prestige Falcon City (PFC) Apartments on Kanakapura Road have suggested the use of disposable cutlery and wet wipes as a means to minimize water consumption.

Vasanth Kumar, president of the PFC RWA, emphasized the importance of reducing water usage amidst the prevailing scarcity. He stated, «We used to source water through private tankers. But as there is scarcity even in tanker services, we’re looking for alternatives. We’re aware that there is not enough water at the reservoir (KRS) and we must understand the scenario. I’ve only suggested using disposable plates, cutlery, wet wipes as this will reduce the usage of water and help us sail through the situation.”

Community Measures to Monitor and Control Water Consumption

Similarly, another RWA in a prominent gated community in Whitefield has taken stringent measures to monitor and regulate water usage. With no supply of water