JAMMU: With the March 31 deadline for payment of water bills approaching, Dr. Devansh Yadav, Commissioner of the Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC), has issued directives to boost public participation and streamline the collection process across the city.
Acting on these directions, the Jal Shakti Department, particularly Divisions 1 and 2 under JMC’s jurisdiction, has launched a large-scale awareness and facilitation campaign. As part of the drive, 12 camps have been set up across Jammu to educate residents and enable on-the-spot bill payments.
Under Division 1, camps have been established at Roopnagar, Dhonthli, Resham Ghar, Janipur and Hazuri Bagh. Division 2 camps are operational at Kunjwani, Trikuta Nagar, Sainik Colony, Digiana Ashram, Channi Himmat, Channi Rama and Greater Kailash.
Officials said the camps are witnessing active participation, with staff assisting residents, resolving queries, and facilitating immediate payments.
The department noted that nearly ₹30 crore in water dues remain pending across Jammu, affecting the maintenance and upgradation of water supply infrastructure.
Appealing to consumers, authorities have urged residents to clear their dues well before the deadline to avoid last-minute inconvenience. Tajinder Pal Singh warned that strict action, including disconnection of water supply, may be taken against defaulters after March 31.
