In a groundbreaking move to tackle water theft by illegal hydrants, the Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation (KWSC) has launched a digital system incorporating QR codes on its fleet of 550 registered water tankers. This transformative initiative, spearheaded by Mayor Barrister Murtaza Wahab, who also chairs KWSC, marks a significant step towards ensuring the efficient and transparent distribution of chlorinated and purified water through these tankers.
Mayor Barrister Murtaza Wahab, during a recent visit to KWSC’s headquarters in Karsaz, underscored the pivotal role of digitizing the hydrants management cell. The new system represents a shift towards real-time monitoring of water supply from hydrants, an essential milestone in the city’s water management efforts.
During his visit, Mayor Wahab received a comprehensive briefing from KWSC’s Chief Executive Officer, Syed Salahuddin Ahmed, on the functioning of the hydrants management center. He emphasized that the primary objective of the water tanker service is to provide immediate assistance to the general public.
Explaining the technical aspects of the new system, Mayor Wahab detailed how the integrated software within the hydrants management center would generate an electronic slip for the public. This digital document will contain all pertinent information about the tanker’s operation. Notably, QR codes will play a crucial role in swiftly identifying illegal tankers, thereby curbing water theft.
Currently, Karachi relies on a daily water supply of 570 million gallons from Keenjhar Lake and Hub Dam. However, despite the presence of seven authorized hydrants, more than 150 illegal ones have plagued the system. Official sources from the water utility reveal that authorized hydrants supply a mere 11 to 13 million gallons of water through tankers.
With this innovative digital solution, KWSC aims to enhance transparency, optimize water distribution, and eliminate illegal water hydrants, ultimately ensuring that residents have access to a consistent and safe water supply.
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