Chandigarh, Feb. 12 -- The Ministry of home affairs (MHA) has stated that no loan has been taken to fund the 24X7 water supply project in Manimajra.

In response to Chandigarh MP Manish Tewari's question in Parliament, the MHA stated, "The 24X7 water supply project in Manimajra was commissioned in August 2024 under Smart Cities Mission. The physical infrastructure and trial run of the project has been completed. Under the project, to cater to the grievances, a consumer grievance cell and a helpline number has been established. Since, the project is funded under the Smart Cities Fund, no loan has been taken."

In a statement, Tewari said, "Raised a question about the erratic and muddy water supply in Manimajra since the inauguration of the...