Dozens of cans, jerry cans, and plastic buckets were piled up on both sides of the main street of Vivekanand Camp, New Delhi. Residents faced a severe water shortage amid a historic heatwave in the city, with temperatures soaring to 52°C. Government tankers make daily rounds, supplying water to informal settlements.
Striking contrast
In neighborhoods like Vivekanand Camp and Sanjay Camp, residents struggle to access water while upscale areas enjoy lush gardens and swimming pools. The disparity exposes the structural water crisis and inequalities in India’s capital. The unreliable water supply further worsens the living conditions in these informal settlements.
Dishes on the floor
Residents resort to using water from tankers for non-drinking purposes, highlighting the acute water scarcity and unhygienic conditions in these marginalized communities. The lack of proper infrastructure and insufficient water resources exacerbate the challenges faced by the city’s growing population.
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