Critical Water Supply Situation in Bramsthan’s VRS 2 Subdivision

The VRS 2 subdivision of Bramsthan, located within the Ecroignard village, is grappling with a severe shortage of potable water, a situation that has become alarming for residents. Since September 2024, the area has been plagued by constant interruptions in water supply, leaving inhabitants increasingly desperate for a solution.

Despite numerous complaints submitted to the Central Water Authority, residents report little to no response.

Many have also reached out to the Citizen Support Unit, whereby the complaints acknowledged but has not provided tangible assistance.

“They told us they would get back to us and provided a ticket number. As of now, we have collected more than a dozen such tickets,” explained Kervin Vigoureux, a local resident in his thirties, who is married and has a four-year-old daughter.

Vigoureux works as a training consultant in the commercial department of a private firm based in Ébène.

He fears that the situation will worsen as the dry season approaches in November and December.

Attempts to address the crisis through the hotline number 170 have also been fruitless.

The polyethylene water tanks at residents’ homes are completely empty, and water delivery trucks have not shown up despite repeated requests.

This has led to a growing sense of abandonment among the local population.

Daily life has turned into a struggle for families, as basic chores such as washing dishes, doing laundry, and preparing meals have become monumental tasks.

Vigoureux recounted an experience when he ran out of water after only a few moments in the shower before heading to work, forcing him to brush his teeth using mineral water from the fridge.

This acute lack of water is particularly distressing for students currently facing examinations in primary and secondary schools.

Residents reported that there is insufficient water supply at any time of the day, failing to fill the empty storage tanks.

In light of this dire situation, locals have banded together to form a social media group where they can share their concerns and frustrations.

Some are even considering organizing protests, circulating petitions, or contemplating moving away from the area altogether.

The community’s collective anxiety underscores the urgent need for a response from local authorities to resolve the ongoing water crisis.

Source: Le Mauricien