Mithi: As temperatures continue to soar in the Thar region, the residents of Mithi find themselves grappling with an acute water crisis. The rising heat has exacerbated the already dire situation, leaving the community with little to no access to drinking water. The scarcity has turned daily life into a struggle for survival.
A significant contributing factor to this crisis is the non-functional state of the reserve osmosis (RO) plants, which are critical for providing clean drinking water. Many of these plants have either broken down or are rendered inoperative due to prolonged power outages caused by extensive load-shedding.
Residents have repeatedly lodged complaints with the Public Health Department, but their pleas seem to fall on deaf ears. Despite the outcry and mounting pressure on the authorities, there appears to be no substantial action taken to address the water shortage or repair the non-functional RO plants.
The lack of a reliable water supply has led to widespread distress among the inhabitants of Mithi. Many have resorted to consuming unsafe water, leading to health concerns, while others are forced to spend precious resources on purchasing water from distant areas.
The community’s frustration is palpable, with many openly expressing their discontent and directing their anger towards the authorities. “We have been suffering for too long, and our cries for help are being ignored,” said a local resident. “The Public Health Department must take immediate action to resolve this crisis.”
As the situation worsens, the need for urgent intervention becomes ever more critical. Without swift and effective measures, the water crisis in Thar threatens to spiral further out of control, endangering the lives and well-being of its residents.