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The Latest Breaking News from KWA

Water theft detected in the city

Two cases of theft unearthed in Nettayam and Edagramam in the city by KWA.

The Hindu · May 14, 2024

KWA facing heat for alleged lapses leading to jaundice outbreak in Vengoor panchayat

Committee formed to aid jaundice patients in Vengoor struggling with hospital expenses due to outbreak, seeking public support.

The Hindu · May 14, 2024

Power situation in Kerala under control, says Electricity Minister K. Krishnankutty

Kerala power crisis under control as peak demand drops, consumers respond positively, and rainfall brings relief, says Electricity Minister.

The Hindu · May 9, 2024

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Power crisis: industries and PSUs asked to regulate consumption during late-night hours

KSEB urges high-end industries and PSUs to reduce electricity consumption between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. to tackle power crisis.

The Hindu · May 3, 2024

Crucial meeting of senior officials on water supply in Kochi

KOCHIA high-level meeting in Thiruvananthapuram on new water supply regime raises concerns about accessibility and employee future.

The Hindu · Apr 28, 2024

Water supply disruption in Thiruvananthapuram city

The Hindu · Apr 20, 2024

Once a source of drinking water, Mananchira is now precious part of city heritage

Mananchira, a historic pond in Kozhikode, now a heritage property protected from pollution, with water usage declining over time.

The Hindu · Apr 6, 2024

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Water theft: Kerala Water Authority functioning with just one anti-theft squad for four districts despite rising cases

Notwithstanding the worsening water shortage in the searing heat, the Kerala Water Authority (KWA) has just one anti-theft squad for its entire central region covering Ernakulam, Alappuzha, Idukki and Thrissur districts.

The Hindu · Apr 1, 2024

Congress threatens protest against alleged govt. apathy in resolving water shortage in Ernakulam

Congress threatens protest against Kerala government's inaction on Ernakulam's water crisis, highlighting failed projects and lack of supply.

The Hindu · Mar 30, 2024

As summer peaks, KSEB paints a bleak picture of power situation

KSEB warns of power shortages in Kerala this summer, seeks additional borrowing as electricity consumption hits record high.

The Hindu · Mar 14, 2024

Kerala government to take over electricity bill arrears of Kerala Water Authority

The Kerala government has decided to take over the electricity bill dues of the Kerala Water Authority (KWA) which has mounted to ₹2,068 crore. The money will be released to the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) in 10 equal instalments of ₹206.8 crore, the government said in a March 12…

The Hindu · Mar 13, 2024

KWA pushing ahead with plans for ‘prepaid’ meters

Kerala Water Authority plans to introduce prepaid water meters to improve cash flow and recover arrears efficiently.

The Hindu · Mar 10, 2024

KWA demands police probe after JJM pipes gutted in Idukki

KWA engineer files complaint over fire that destroyed 2.5-crore worth Jal Jeevan Mission pipes in Idukki.

The Hindu · Mar 2, 2024

Kozhikode Corporation to supply water in tankers

Kozhikode Corporation to supply drinking water in areas with shortages, utilizing tanker lorries and community support.

The Hindu · Mar 1, 2024

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The Hindu · Feb 28, 2024

Water shortage: Residents hold protest at KWA office

According to residents of Udarasiromani Road, which is close to the KWA state HQ, water supply has been erratic and inadequate over the past several months.

The Hindu · Feb 27, 2024

Udarasiromani Road residents in Thiruvananthapuram complain of water shortage

The Hindu · Feb 22, 2024

Attukal Pongala: Kerala Water Authority provides 1,390 temporary taps in festival zone

The Hindu · Feb 19, 2024

₹1,543.86 crore pending in water bill arrears to Kerala Water Authority

Kerala Water Authority faces financial crisis with ₹1,543.86 crore in unpaid water charges, struggling to pay electricity bills.

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The Hindu · Feb 4, 2024

KWA, KSEB throw spanner on NH widening works on many stretches in Kerala

Work on widening National Highway-66 is hindered by Kerala Water Authority and Kerala State Electricity Board, causing delays and issues.

The Hindu · Jan 31, 2024

Kerala Assembly | KWA consumers to be informed 24 hours prior to disconnection: Water Resources Minister

KWA Consumers will henceforth be informed 24 hours prior to disconnection of drinking water supply for non-payment of dues, Water Resources Minister Roshy Augustine has told the Kerala Assembly.

The Hindu · Dec 19, 2023

Spat between Thrikkakara municipality and KWA over public tap connections

Kerala Water Authority and Thrikkakara municipality in conflict over the number of public tap connections and dues of ₹75 lakh. KWA and municipality open to joint inspection.

The Hindu · Dec 4, 2023

Rights panel seeks Chief Secretary’s intervention in flooding issue

SHRC stresses fair compensation for farmers affected by Keezhalloor dam; Chief Secy to intervene. Panel heard Keezhalloor panchayat, village officer, agriculture officer, Jala Authority exec. engineer. KWA to look into complaint without disrupting water supply; Chief Secy to inform SHRC of steps taken within 3 months.

The Hindu · Nov 15, 2023

Residents block road seeking solution to drinking water scarcity

Residents of Kottaramthuruth ward blocked coastal road at Perumathura to demand solutions to drinking water scarcity. Women and children blocked road for 3 hrs; KWA agreed to draw 2 pipelines as short-term measure. Traffic affected for hours.

The Hindu · Oct 19, 2023

Meenachil-Malankara project work to begin on October 21

KWA's largest project, Meenachil-Malankara, to begin Sat. ₹1,243-cr project to provide 42,230 piped water connections to 24,525 houses in 8 panchayats of Pala & 17,705 houses in 5 panchayats of Poonjar. JICA project in Kozhikode is biggest project by KWA. Floating pump house to draw raw water, 5M litre capacity…

The Hindu · Oct 7, 2023

Water supply disruption in Thiruvananthapuram

KWA pipeline leak disrupts water supply in Thiruvananthapuram till Sun. Affected areas incl. Kesavadasapuram, Nalanchira, Paruthipara & more.

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