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DJB plans 6-month doorstep survey to ‘fix’ water database
The Delhi Jal Board announced a six-month door-to-door consumer verification drive to expand its water-connection database. Three private firms will be hired to conduct door-to-door eKYC, meter readings, and verified bill distribution, with bids invited and closure expected by the end of May.
Why It Matters
The drive aims to improve water connection data and enable regular meter readings and bill delivery, potentially impacting consumers and revenue collection for DJB.
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DJB launches six-month doorstep verification drive to expand water-connection database
April 23, 2026
The Delhi Jal Board said it has initiated a six-month door-to-door consumer verification drive with the aim of increasing its water-connection database. Delhi has been divided into three packages: west, southwest and south; outer north, northwest, central north and north district in the second; and east, northeast and southeast. It will hire three private companies to carry out door-to-door eKYC, conduct regular meter readings, and ensure verified water bill distribution. Officials said bids for all three packages have been invited, and the procurement process will be wrapped up by the end of May.