Delhi Water Minister launches e-KYC drive to identify 30 lakh free water households

Why in news

Delhi Water Minister launched an e-KYC drive to identify 30 lakh households receiving free piped water to streamline billing and resource management.

Background

The Delhi Jal Board (DJB) approved Rs 4,500 crore for Yamuna cleaning and sewage treatment. The e-KYC drive aims for 99% bill generation across 30 lakh households over a six-month period.

Facts for Prelims

• BodyDelhi Jal Board (DJB) is the primary agency responsible for water supply and sewage treatment in Delhi.
• FactThe e-KYC drive targets 30 lakh households receiving free piped water.
• FactRs 4,500 crore was approved for Yamuna cleaning and sewage treatment expansion.

For Mains

Q. Discuss how e-governance and digital identification (e-KYC) can improve the efficiency of urban water management and ensure equitable distribution of resources.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• transparency in subsidy distribution
• data-driven urban planning
• fiscal sustainability of water boards

Keywords: e-governance · resource optimization · urban infrastructure · digital identification

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