Gangtok, Feb. 21 -- Amid rising concerns about alleged water leakage from pipelines linked to the Rateychu water source, the Public Health Engineering (PHE) Department has strongly denied any such problem.

Shailendra Sharma, Secretary of the PHE Department, explained that the visible water flow being reported is not a leak but part of a built-in pressure release system. He said this system is specifically designed to control pressure within the pipelines, ensuring a steady water flow and protecting the infrastructure from potential damage or pipe bursts.

He pointed out that in hilly areas, pressure changes are common due to elevation shifts. The pressure-regulating system is vital for maintaining the strength of the pipelines and extend...