Residents in New Delhi are grappling with severe water shortages as a heatwave intensifies the crisis caused by the Yamuna River's depletion. Complaints have surfaced regarding the Delhi Jal Board's (DJB) inadequate tanker supply and unresponsive helplines. According to DJB data, there is a requirement for 1,015 water tankers in May, but many residents report insufficient deliveries. The number of fixed supply points has increased from 8,700 to 13,000, yet residents still face shortages. Local leaders like Dakshinpuri MLA Prem Chauhan noted that tanker deliveries have dropped from 70-75 to 48 per day, with many tankers out of service. Currently, the DJB's fleet provides only 5-6 million gallons of water daily, far short of the demand. In response, officials announced plans to add 100 more tankers to the fleet and are negotiating with Haryana for increased raw water supply. The situation remains critical, particularly for areas lacking piped water connections.