Extraction of underground water goes unchecked

In the absence of any government policy to keep a check on the illegal exploitation of underground water for commercial purpose, those in the business of supplying potable water in campers are doing a roaring business. They claim that they have an RO system installed on their business premises, and that they supply quality water. In most of the cases, campers in which the potable water is supplied to consumers and shopkeepers are seldom cleaned properly. Besides, the quality of plastic used in manufacturing campers is also not satisfactory. The government and the Health Department should step in to check the illegal exploitation and quality of underground water. — Satish Seth, Kaithal.

Be careful while making Digital transactions

This is in response to a grievance raised by a reader in this column titled ‘cyber fraud cases on the rise in Panchkula’ on September 23. While I laud the reader’s suggestion that the cyber cell should launch a special campaign to educate people about the dos and don’ts, but since the fraudsters are using all dirty tricks, one has to be extra cautious while making online transactions. It has been advised by the RBI also via its social platform — RBI Kehta Hai. Another suggestion is that people should preferably report the matter to the bank branch authorities concerned within three days in case they face any trouble, instead of contacting them via helpline numbers. For people who don’t know, it’s incumbent upon the bank branch authorities concerned to lodge an FIR with the police. — SK Gupta, Panchkula.

Public toilets in poor condition

It’s a pity that toilets at Fawara chowk near bus stand in Gurugram are in a deplorable condition. It seems that they have not been cleaned for a long time now. A foul smell emanates from these toilets, making it difficult for passersby to even breathe. The authorities concerned must look into the matter at the earliest. — Subhash C Taneja, Gurugram

MC claim trouble For locals

On July 13, I had raised my grievance of the online portal of property tax lying defunct for long. And on September 21, your esteemed newspaper carried the news that the Municipal Corporation of Faridabad has started collecting property tax online, bringing a huge relief to everyone, especially senior citizens and women. However, another problem has cropped up. Many residents of Rail Vihar, Sector 45, are being told that they have pending arrears, but the locals claim otherwise. In the times of Covid-19, residents are frequenting the MC’s office with bill receipts to substantiate their claim. Officials concerned and the District Magistrate must look into the matter. — Dolly Moga, Faridabad

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