Mohali, April 10 -- From April 15, the Mohali municipal corporation (MC) will be imposing a fine of Rs.1,000 on residents found wasting water in the morning by using hose pipes for watering lawns and potted plants, washing vehicles and cleaning floors.

A repeat of the violation will invite an additional fine of Rs.2,000, while the water connection will be disconnected in case of a third violation.

In cases where connections are disconnected due to repeated violations, restoration will only be considered after payment of a Rs.5,000 penalty, submission of an affidavit, and approval from the competent authority. The penalty amount will be directly added to the consumer's water bill

The decision was taken during the final House meeting of ...