A hike of over 50 per cent in water tariff that was approved by the Delhi government last month has come into force from January 1. Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit had announced the hike in December.
From January 1, those using up to 10 kilolitres (1,000 litres) of water will have to pay Rs 82 -- up from the existing Rs 52.
Consumption between 11 and 20 kl will cost Rs 180, up from Rs 82; the slab of 30 kl is now priced at Rs 470, up from Rs 187. The charges for every kilolitre above 30 kl will cost Rs 25.
The revision in water rates has also abolished the existing monthly provision of 6,000 litres (initial consumption) of free water to every household.
Source : Hindustan times
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