Residents complain about irregular water supply
Residents of Melachokkanathapuram in Theni district protested against an irregular water supply that has lasted over 10 days, forcing them to purchase water. Officials attributed the issue to low rainfall and groundwater levels, promising to deliver water via vehicles.
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Residents of Melachokkanathapuram near Bodinayakanur in Theni district on Wednesday staged a protest at the Town Panchayat office complaining about the irregular water supply to the village.
The residents said the water supply to the village had been disrupted for over 10 days. The people were affected as a result and were forced to buy water, they said. They staged a protest by carrying empty pots and shouting slogans.
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