Water Water everywhere- Not a drop to Drink

The Thirst of Pune's 23 Merged Villages 

Water, water everywhere, yet not a drop to drink. This age-old adage starkly defines the plight of the 23 villages merged with the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC). Despite being surrounded by abundant water sources—lakes, reservoirs, and dams—the residents of these villages face an unrelenting water crisis. 

                              

 Once promised better infrastructure and amenities, the villages were brought under PMC's jurisdiction with the expectation of transformation. Yet, years have passed, and the harsh reality remains: piped water supply is either insufficient or nonexistent. Residents are forced to turn to private water tankers, paying exorbitant amounts to secure a basic necessity.

 This irony deepens as PMC unabashedly continues to collect taxes from these villages. Taxes for what? For water they don’t receive? For services that remain a distant dream? The story of Pune’s 23 merged villages isn’t just about water. It’s about systemic apathy and the betrayal of trust. It’s a story of citizens left to fend for themselves, fighting for a basic human right while paying for promises unfulfilled. It’s time for PMC to address the glaring disparities and prioritize equitable water distribution. These villages are not on the periphery anymore—they are part of Pune, and their voices must be heard.