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Deepika Agarwal
Long-term water reliability worries me
Visited Sobha Royal Pavilion Phase 8 Wing 15 last weekend. Everyone talks about the fancy clubhouse aur green areas, but honestly, no one discusses the actual water situation. Builder bolta hai 24/7 supply, but is it really? Yaar, I'm thinking about long-term living, not just the glossy brochure. Is tanker dependency a real issue in these 'premium' projects after a year or two? My parents keep saying verify water sources properly. Ab samajh nahi aa raha, should I trust their word? Change my mind.
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It's a tough call, U1. On one hand, Sobha is a reputed builder, and they usually have good infrastructure. On the other hand, water scarcity is a real concern for any new project in Bengaluru. Maybe speak to residents in their *other* completed projects, especially those 2-3 years old, to get a ground-level reality check. What's the best way to verify the BWSSB connection status directly?
This is a widespread issue in Bengaluru, not just for Sobha. The city's water table is depleting rapidly, and BWSSB is stretched thin. Builders promise the moon, but ground realities are different. I know a project near Agrahara Layout that started with great borewell water, but now they are fully dependent on tankers. My advice: check if the project falls under a 'white' or 'grey' zone for groundwater extraction. This info is publicly available. If it's a 'red' zone, run! Also, check their track record for *other* completed projects in terms of water supply post-possession. That gives a much clearer picture than glossy brochures.
Good point, U1! I'm also looking at Sobha Royal Pavilion, but a different phase. My agent said they have a strong STP and rainwater harvesting, along with BWSSB connection. But like U7 asked, what's the *actual* capacity? And is the BWSSB connection for all units or just a partial one? These details matter a lot.
Exactly, U3. Don't just take their word for BWSSB. Ask for the official sanction letter from BWSSB for the entire project, specifying the allocated daily volume. With 114 units and a possession date of 2026-06-01, they should have a clear plan. Many builders in Bengaluru face challenges getting adequate BWSSB supply due to the city's overall water crisis, so it's not always the builder's fault, but it becomes *your* problem.
U3, you hit the nail on the head. STP water is usually for flushing/gardening, not potable. The BWSSB connection is crucial. I visited a project in Adigara Kallahalli where they claimed BWSSB, but it was only for 2 hours a day! Ask them about the volume and pressure.
STP and RWH are good, but BWSSB is key. Without it, you're always at the mercy of borewells.
Haan yaar, same thought. Price range ₹2.6 Cr – ₹4.6 Cr hai, itna spend karke bhi paani ki tension leni pade toh kya faayda? Itna paisa deke bhi tanker mangana pade toh builder pe bharosa kaise karein?
Visited Sobha Royal Pavilion Phase 8 Wing 15 last weekend. Everyone talks about the fancy clubhouse aur green areas, but honestly, no one discusses the actual water situation. Builder bolta hai 24/7 supply, but is it really? Yaar, I'm thinking about long-term living, not just the glossy brochure. Is tanker dependency a real issue in these 'premium' projects after a year or two? My parents keep saying verify water sources properly. Ab samajh nahi aa raha, should I trust their word? Change my mind.
U1, your parents are absolutely right. Trust me, I've seen this play out. My cousin booked in a reputed project near Aavalahalli, and after two years, they're shelling out 5-6k a month just for tankers. Builder initially promised BWSSB connection, but it's still not fully operational. They have a RERA number, PRM/KA/RERA/1251/446/PR/190204/002339, for Sobha Royal Pavilion, so they are accountable, but ensuring water supply is a different ball game. Don't just trust their word, ask for documents and proof of water sources and their capacity.
Sahi sawal hai! I've heard stories from friends in other 'premium' projects in Akshayanagar. Initially sab theek hota hai, but within a year or two, borewell dry up and BWSSB connection isn't enough. Did you ask them about the specific water source? Is it BWSSB, borewell, or STP treated water for non-potable use?
Totally agree with you! This is my biggest fear too. Builder ke promises toh bas promises hi reh jaate hain. Tanker dependency is real, bhai.