The Bombay High Court has drawn attention to the need to provide better drinking water facilities to the people of Mumbai and its surrounding areas. It is reported that the authorities concerned have been instructed to strengthen the drinking water distribution system in view of the increasing population of the city. The court held that providing clean drinking water to the people is the primary responsibility of the governments. It suggested that special measures be taken in areas where water scarcity problems are prevalent. It urged to improve the necessary infrastructure, recalling the importance of drinking water in protecting public health.

Focus on drinking water facilities within the jurisdiction of Bombay High Court
The Bombay High Court has drawn attention to the need to provide better drinking water facilities to the people of Mumbai and its surrounding areas. It is reported that the authorities concerned have been instructed to strengthen the drinking water distribution system in view of the increasing population of the city. The court held that providing clean drinking water to the people is the primary responsibility of the governments. It suggested that special measures be taken in areas where water scarcity problems are prevalent. It urged to improve the necessary infrastructure, recalling the importance of drinking water in protecting public health.

