New Delhi, March 26 -- New Delhi: The Centre launched a study earlier this month to evaluate existing and emerging technologies for removing fluoride from drinking water, part of a broader effort to update an over 30-year-old standard.

A technical committee review has flagged the existing BIS standard for drinking water as outdated, noting it does not adequately reflect newer technologies or the challenges seen in real-world use.

The review signals a shift in policy focus-from just expanding tap water access to ensuring the water supplied is safe to drink. Mint explains the development.

What is driving the rethink?

Fluoride contamination remains a structural issue in India, particularly in groundwater-dependent regions. Unlike bacteri...