Maharashstra minister blames pilferage and leakage for water scarcity in Dombivali region

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People living in Dombivali in Thane district of Maharashtra and neighbouring areas are experiencing water woes, primarily due to tanker mafia and leakage from supply lines.

This was revealed during a surprise visit to Dombivali industrial area by Maharashtra Industries Minister Uday Samant on Monday night.

He told a news channel that at least 27 villages are facing water scarcity once again.

The minister directed the police to act against the water pilferers.

He said a mineral water plant with huge tanks was found operating in MIDC area sans permission and asked the civic chief to take action.

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Samant said he was shocked to find that water was tapped out from the main supply lines of MIDC and Kalyan Dombivali Municipal Corporation in late hours.

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