Water and Electricity Connection in Kochi

Q: How do I get a new water and electricity connection in Kochi?

Smitha Ravi, Kochi

6th May 2014

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Getting water and electricity connection in Kochi is pretty simple. You have to apply for a connection at the respective agencies, and the assistant engineer will come to your property for an inspection. Once you pay the fees it will take 30-45 days for you to get the connection. Although there was a water shortage earlier in Kochi, the Kerala Water Authority has solved the problem. They are now supplying 20 million litres per day.
For more details about your electricity connection, payment options, and your tariff, you can access the Kerala State Electricity Board's website http://www.kseb.in/.

Vineet David, Kochi

4th June 2014

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The Kerala Water Authority obtains water from the Periyar river. You will have to pay Rs.8 per kilo litre. The minimum charge is Rs. 40. The connection will cost you Rs.2,700, after the assistant engineer approves your property. There has been some shortage of water in Kochi, but the Kerala government approved a new 805 crore drinking water project last year to increase the water supply in the city. You can pay your water bill either online at http://kwa.kerala.gov.in/ or at Kerala Water Authority's offices

Ganesh Nambiar, Kochi

2nd June 2014

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To get a new water connection in Kochi, you need to apply a connection at the Kerala Water Authority. You will have to pay Rs. 15 and submit documents like ownership certificate, building permit copy, and plumbing plans. You will receive a visit from the assistant engineer in a week's time, and he will go through a site inspection. You will receive the water connection in 30 days and you have to pay Rs. 2,700 which includes the cost of a meter as well as stamp paper.
For the electricity connection you have to apply to the Kerala State Electricity Board and pay Rs.5,500. Your property will be inspected in a month by an assistant engineer.

Amal Anthony, Kochi

6th May 2014

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