Rs 16cr spent on drinking water survey in 2023 but report still under wraps

In 2023, the government conducted a drinking water quality survey across 485 AMRUT cities, costing ₹16.96 crore. While the findings were shared with states and UTs in a workshop and corrective measures were advised, the ministry abruptly cancelled the scheduled award ceremony for best performers just before the Lok Sabha elections, raising questions about the survey’s public release.