Pune water shutdown called off over private tanker operators’ strike
Indian Express·2h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Pune Municipal Corporation cancelled Thursday's planned citywide water shutdown after private tanker operators struck in protest against civic action following two deaths caused by a rash-driven tanker. Mayor Manjusha Nagpure intervened, convincing operators to withdraw the strike by assuring them of avoiding unnecessary action. PMC performs routine maintenance on water supply every Thursday. Meanwhile, water cuts may be introduced citywise as Maharashtra Water Resources Department directs management of existing stock.
Key Entities
Pune Municipal CorporationMayor Manjusha NagpurePrivate water tanker operatorsMaharashtra Water Resources DepartmentParvati purification plant