India, April 29 -- Amid water shortage, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has launched a crackdown on the misuse of drinking water.

In many housing societies, the absence of automatic water taps has led to tanks overflowing, resulting in significant water wastage. Additionally, potable water is being used for gardening, vehicle washing, and cleaning roads across several residential areas. Officials have also found that some car washing centres are using drinking water for their operations.

Taking serious note of these practices, Nandkishore Jagtap, head of PMC's water supply department, on Monday, directed all junior engineers to initiate strict action against violators.

"If water wastage is observed, a notice should be issued first...