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Revised BWSSB Water Tariff Announced for Apartment Communities

Published: September 5, 2025

Bengaluru’s apartment residents finally have some clarity on water charges. The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board has revised its tariff for bulk consumers, which includes apartment complexes and group housing projects.

The decision follows months of back-and-forth with the Bangalore Apartments’ Federation (BAF). Earlier in the year, BAF had pushed back strongly against a sudden hike, calling it arbitrary and unfair. Their objections eventually led to fresh discussions, and BWSSB has now rolled out a new framework.

The revised tariff will be implemented from September 1, 2025. For management committees, this means bills will look different from the next cycle. For residents, it brings some relief after months of uncertainty, even if questions about long-term costs remain.

The Initial Challenge: A Steep Tariff Hike

The BWSSB shocked apartment communities in April 2025 with a sudden increase in water charges for bulk users. The decision was made without prior consultation with residents, leaving many communities unprepared for the consequences.

By May, when the first bills under the new rates arrived, the effect was noticeable. Monthly charges shot up in several apartment complexes, straining both households and association budgets. Many Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) had to revisit their financial plans, and some were left with little choice but to increase maintenance fees to cover the higher costs.

BAF’s Proactive Intervention

The Bangalore Apartments’ Federation (BAF) responded swiftly to the tariff hike. Without delay, its representatives sought a meeting with the Hon’ble Chairman of BWSSB to address the concerns of apartment communities across the city.

In the discussions that followed, and through a formal written representation, BAF voiced the collective frustration of its member associations. The federation strongly objected to what it described as an “arbitrary” increase, stressing the heavy financial strain it would place on thousands of residents.

The New, Revised Tariff

Responding to the strong objections raised by the Bangalore Apartments’ Federation (BAF), the BWSSB has issued a revised tariff structure. The new rates are designed specifically for apartments, group housing projects, and other consumers that fall under the Bulk Water Tariff category.

The revision will take effect from September 1, 2025, and will apply to all billing cycles thereafter. Apartment residents and management committees are advised to take note of this date, as it marks the beginning of the new billing framework.

What This Means for Your Community

Check your bills carefully: Upcoming water bills should now follow the revised tariff, not the earlier hiked rates. Verifying this will ensure your community is not overcharged.
BAF’s review in progress: The federation is currently examining the new order to understand how much relief it truly offers residents.
Online calculator coming soon: BAF plans to release a simple tool that will help management committees and residents estimate their charges under the new tariff, making billing more transparent and budgeting easier.

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Visitor entries under control: A simple check-in system at the gate adds convenience while keeping the community safer.
Complaint & helpdesk system: Allow residents to raise issues and track resolutions seamlessly.
Automated billing & accounts: Reduce errors and save time with streamlined financial management.

At a time when communities are adjusting to revised tariffs and rising operational costs, a platform like NoBrokerHood takes the burden off management committees. It reduces errors and helps to create a more connected and efficient living environment. Give your community the ease it deserves, learn how NoBrokerHood can simplify apartment management.