Chandigarh, October 12, 2025
Punjab’s Local Government Minister Dr. Ravjot Singh announced that the Municipal Corporation (MC) Ludhiana has made significant strides in ensuring potable water supply across the city, achieving a remarkable 48% reduction in water contamination complaints. The number of complaints dropped from 608 in 2022-23 to 318 in 2025 (till date), with all issues resolved permanently.
Key Achievements
Dr. Singh highlighted that the ongoing efforts to upgrade Ludhiana’s water distribution network have yielded positive results. In 2024, the MC laid 12.6 km of new water supply lines, followed by over 20 km in 2025, replacing old and damaged pipelines. These initiatives have significantly improved water quality and supply reliability across various city areas.
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Areas Benefiting
Major pipeline replacement works were undertaken in neighborhoods including:
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Dhandari Khurd
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Jamalpur Awana
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Issa Nagri
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Sherpur Khurd
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Shanti Nagar
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Tagore Nagar
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Jawaddi
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Sunet
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Punjabi Bagh
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Karamsar Colony
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Khud Mohalla
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Sekhewal
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Jain Colony
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Mayapuri
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Mohar Singh Nagar
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Dhandari Kalan
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Dugri Phase-2
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Vikas Nagar
Addressing Contamination Causes
The minister noted that while the MC continues to replace outdated supply lines, contamination often stems from rusted private connections and illegal sewer linkages. These issues are now being prioritized for identification and rectification to ensure clean water access.
Commitment to Potable Water
Dr. Singh emphasized that providing safe drinking water remains a top priority for the Local Government Department. “Our mission is to ensure every household in Ludhiana receives uninterrupted potable water. We have resolved all contamination complaints permanently, and new projects are underway to meet this goal,” he said. The MC has been directed to ensure comprehensive coverage, with additional water supply line projects planned where needed.
Future Plans
The minister affirmed that the department is committed to initiating more projects to expand and modernize the water supply infrastructure, ensuring consistent access to clean water for all Ludhiana residents.
