Mussoorie, Sept. 24 -- Mussoorie is currently grappling with a severe drinking water crisis. Taps in many areas of the city have stopped running, leaving residents desperate for every drop of water. The situation is so dire that some colonies have not received a drop of water for many days. The worst water shortages are being felt in areas like Bakery Hill, Rajmandi, Barah Kainchi, Indira Colony, Guru Nanak School area, and Butchery. Residents here wander around with buckets and cans daily in search of water. An elderly resident of Rajmandi said, "We have never seen such a crisis in our lives. We don't even have drinking water, and the administration is only making announcements."

The residents of Indira Colony have clearly stated that, ...