KATHUA: Amid reports in print and digital media regarding the installation of water meters in District Kathua, the Jal Shakti PHE Division Kathua has clarified that the proposed metering exercise is strictly limited to registered commercial and industrial consumers and aims to introduce a fair, transparent and usage-based billing system.
The clarification follows reports suggesting the installation of meters on domestic connections. The Division has categorically stated that there is no proposal to install water meters for domestic households.
Under the initiative, eligible commercial and industrial consumers will transition from the existing flat-rate system to usage-based billing, with charges linked to actual water consumption. The measure will also promote judicious use of water and minimise wastage in commercial and industrial areas.
The metering directive applies only to registered commercial and industrial consumers having connection pipe sizes ranging from 15 mm to 32 mm.
The Division has urged eligible commercial and industrial establishments to extend necessary cooperation and complete the installation process promptly. It has also advised the public not to heed rumours or misinformation regarding metering of domestic connections.
For any clarification regarding meter specifications, installation procedure or related matters, consumers may contact the Office of PHE Division Kathua on any working day.
