Delhi Jal Board
Delhi Jal Board Consultant Removed Following Money Laundering Case Implication
Dec 10, 2025 01:08 am CST
The Delhi government has dismissed Senior Consultant Ajay Gupta from the Delhi Jal Board after learning of his involvement in an Enforcement Directorate money laundering case. The case involves alleged corruption in sewage treatment plant tenders worth Rs 17.70 crore, with 14 accused including former minister Satyendar Jain and other officials. Investigators claim tender conditions were manipulated to favor a single company, resulting in undue profits and substantial bribes.
Enforcement Directorate Files Chargesheet Against Satyendar Jain and 13 Others in Delhi Jal Board Corruption Case
Dec 09, 2025 02:54 am CST
The Enforcement Directorate has filed a chargesheet against former Delhi minister Satyendar Jain and 13 others under anti-money laundering laws, alleging corruption in Delhi Jal Board's sewage treatment plant tenders worth Rs 17.70 crore. The prosecution complaint was submitted to a Delhi court, with officials seeking action under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act against all accused.
Delhi's Yamuna River Remains Polluted Despite Rs 5,536 Crore Investment: Infrastructure Gaps Revealed
Dec 02, 2025 01:34 am CST
Despite significant investment of Rs 5,536 crore over three years, the Yamuna River continues flowing polluted through Delhi due to critical infrastructure deficiencies. The Ministry of Jal Shakti identified a 414 MLD sewage treatment shortfall, missing industrial treatment plants, delayed upgrades, and inadequate solid waste processing as key factors preventing river restoration despite ongoing cleanup programs and relatively clean water entering the city.
Delhi Announces Complete Waiver on Water Bill Late Payment Charges Until January 2026
Oct 14, 2025 06:48 pm CST
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced a complete waiver of late payment surcharges on water bills totaling over Rs 11,000 crore for domestic consumers until January 31, 2026, followed by a 70% reduction until March 2026. The government has also significantly reduced penalties for legalizing unauthorized connections, with the Delhi Jal Board currently facing Rs 87,589 crore in outstanding water bills.
Delhi Water Bill Relief: Complete Guide to Surcharge Waivers, Eligibility and Application Process
Sep 27, 2025 12:39 am CST
Delhi government announces 100% waiver on water bill late payment surcharges until January 2026, reducing rates from 5% to 2% and slashing regularization fees from Rs 26,000 to Rs 1,000 for domestic consumers. The scheme aims to address Rs 87,589 crore in outstanding water dues, of which 91% represents accumulated surcharges.