Councillor and health panel chair demand rollback of tanker fees over supply concerns
Councillors seek a rollback of KWA administrative fees on water tankers, warning that higher costs are hurting drinking-water supply.
A demand has been made to roll back administrative fees charged to tanker operators, amid concerns over their effect on drinking-water supply through tankers. Panampilly Nagar councillor Antony Painuthara said the increased cost was affecting the supply of drinking water, with operators required to pay administrative fees along with water charges. Health standing committee chairperson Seena Gokulan also demanded that the charges be rolled back.
Source: The Hindu
Frequently asked questions
Why are tanker fees being rolled back?
The fees are being rolled back because they are affecting the supply of drinking water through tankers.
Who demanded the rollback of tanker fees?
Panampilly Nagar councillor Antony Painuthara and health standing committee chairperson Seena Gokulan demanded the rollback.
What charges must tanker operators pay?
Tanker operators must pay administrative fees along with water charges.
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