DJB plans 100 ‘water ATMs’ to dispense free drinking water

Last summer, following a pilot project in a slum cluster in northwest Delhi, the DJB had installed water ATMs in other parts of the capital, as part of an effort to meet the growing water demands of Delhi residents.

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With DJB facing shortage in finances, Mishra maintained that the project will be able to generate enough revenue for providing free drinking water. “We plan to generate revenue by using these water kiosks for advertisements. Since these machines will be set up in public places and major roads in the capital, the amount of revenue generated through advertisements is going to be substantial,” he said.

While the DJB expects these water-dispensing machines to be state-of-the-art, “efficient and smart”, a final design will be approved once proposals from private companies are received. “Our primary aim is to ensure that the international standards in terms of water quality are maintained in these water kiosks,” Mishra said.

The AAP, in its election manifesto, had promised it would work on ensuring residents have access to safe drinking water.