Aqzar Raheel

Srinagar April 20: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has postponed indefinitely a planned water supply shutdown that was scheduled for April 21 and 22, 2026.

According to an official notice issued by the Office of the Executive Engineer, Water Works Division Srinagar, the shutdown of the Sindh Power Canal has been deferred due to unavoidable circumstances and technical issues. The maintenance work, which was expected to disrupt water supply in several parts of the city, will now be taken up on revised dates to be announced later.

Officials expressed regret over the inconvenience caused and said the Provincial Control Room of the Public Health Engineering Department Jammu and Kashmir will continue to function (24×7) to address public concerns and emergencies.

Residents can contact the control room on landline numbers 0194-2477207 and 0194-2452047, or via WhatsApp at 9419413914 and 9419413915 for assistance.