Delhi

XNew Delhi: In a major relief for Delhi residents, the government will waive 100 per cent of the late payment surcharges (LPSC) on water bills for domestic consumption and government establishments, starting next month, Water Minister Parvesh Verma announced on Friday.

The waiver scheme, which will run until March 31 next year, will benefit around 29 lakh registered Delhi Jal Board (DJB) customers, besides government buildings and offices.

Commercial establishments, including private schools and hospitals, are not covered under the scheme.

“This is to be the first and last LPSC waiver scheme of this government. This is only for two categories, a decision on the commercial category is yet to be taken. Every case will be studied with full focus by DJB officials at the public awaren

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