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CHAPTER XI WATER SUPPLY, DRAINAGE AND SEWAGE COLLECTION · Water supply

Section 149: Supply of water for domestic purposes not to include any supply for certain specified purposes

The New Delhi Municipal Council Act, 1994

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Text as published by India Code (Legislative Department, Ministry of Law and Justice), as on 31 May 2026, with amendments up to the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2026 (8 of 2026).

The supply of water for domestic purposes under this Act shall not be deemed to include any supply—

(a) for animals or for washing vehicles where such animals or vehicles are kept for sale or hire;

(b) for any trade, manufacture or business;

(c) for fountains, swimming baths or any ornamental or mechanical purpose;

(d) for gardens or for purposes of irrigation;

(e) for making or for watering streets; or

(f) for building purposes.