The Delhi Jal Board (DJB) has announced a six-month door-to-door consumer verification drive aimed at enhancing its water connection database, which has been a persistent issue. The initiative will involve hiring three private companies to conduct electronic Know Your Customer (eKYC) verifications, regular meter readings, and ensure accurate bill delivery. Delhi will be divided into three packages for this purpose: west, southwest, and south; outer north, northwest, central north, and north district; and east, northeast, and southeast. The project, estimated to cost ₹60 crore (approximately $7.2 million USD), aims to create a comprehensive digital record for every registered consumer, including details like connection numbers, Aadhar numbers, and household information. Currently, DJB services about 2.98 million active connections, a stark contrast to the 7.3 million active electricity connections in the city. An internal assessment revealed that nearly 60% of consumers do not receive physical water bills, prompting calls for a complete overhaul of the outdated billing system. The project is expected to address the high levels of non-revenue water, which accounted for a revenue loss of ₹4,988 crore (approximately $600 million USD) due to leaks and unauthorized connections, as highlighted by a recent report from the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG).