“No Water, No Tax”: State Consumer Court Admits Pune Residents’ Case Against PMC Over Water Supply Issues
No Water, No Tax": State Consumer Court Admits Pune Residents' Case Against PMC Over Water Supply Issues
State Consumer Court Admits Pune Residents’ Case Against Pune Municipal Corporation Over Water Supply Issues
In a significant development, the State Consumer Court has admitted a case filed by Pune residents against the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) for its failure to provide adequate water supply despite charging a water tax. The residents are seeking a straightforward resolution: “No water, no water tax,” along with a refund of previously collected taxes, with 2% interest per month.
Advocate Krunnal Gharre, representing the complainants, expressed satisfaction with the court’s decision to consider the case. He stated, “We are happy the matter is being considered. Citizens are being forced to pay water fees even when they don’t receive sufficient water. The PMC charges a 2% monthly interest for delayed payments. All we ask is for a refund of the amount collected and an exemption from this tax until the PMC can provide the necessary 150 liters of water per day per person.”
The court has allowed the case to proceed as a representative suit, meaning the ruling will not only impact the individual complainants but also set a precedent for all affected residents. This decision underscores the residents’ demand for accountability from the PMC for not delivering essential services as required.
