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

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.

Source: India Code (indiacode.gov.in), the consolidated text published by the Legislative Department, Government of India. Text as updated on India Code on 14 October 2026. Words in square brackets [ ] were inserted or substituted by later amending Acts, and *** marks words omitted by an amendment. The amendment footnotes are not reproduced here. Official text on India Code.

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