Residents of Navi Mumbai are voicing ongoing complaints regarding muddy and yellowish tap water, particularly in areas such as Nerul, Juinagar, Ghansoli, Kopar Khairane, Kharghar, and Kamothe. This situation arises despite the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) declaring the water safe based on laboratory tests of 663 samples collected from various sources, including the Bhokarpada Water Treatment Plant. Many households have resorted to buying bottled water due to concerns over the quality of tap water. Local residents, including Rahul Kadam and Mushaid Khan, have reported health issues, prompting Mayor Sujata Patil to initiate a special inspection drive to investigate the complaints. The NMMC has stated that complaints have decreased recently and that they are conducting ongoing washout and flushing operations to address the issue. In response to the situation, the Kamothe Colony Forum has called for independent testing of water samples and greater transparency from the municipal authorities. The NMMC's additional city engineer, Arvind Shinde, confirmed that efforts are underway to repair leakages and ensure water quality.