Tata Steel UISL stops hydrant supply after reports of contaminated water in Jamshedpur

Jamshedpur: Tata Steel Utilities and Infrastructure Services Limited (UISL) has issued a press communiqué clarifying the issue of contaminated water reported from Burmamines area and outlining the steps taken to address the problem.
According to the press release, a site inspection was carried out by the concerned department after reports of muddy water supply. During the inspection, it was found that the affected water hydrant is connected through a 50 mm HDPE pipeline originating from within the New R&D Project premises. Local residents had complained that muddy water was initially flowing from the hydrant.
Further inspection inside the R&D premises revealed leakages at three locations in the existing 100 mm and 150 mm cast iron pipelines. Tata Steel UISL has scheduled repair work for these leakages on January 9, 2026.
As a precautionary measure, the water supply to the affected hydrant has been temporarily stopped until the repair work is completed. To ensure that residents do not face water shortages, Tata Steel UISL is supplying water through tankers as an interim arrangement.
The company stated that after the repair work is completed, water quality testing will be conducted. The hydrant supply will be restored only after confirming that the water is safe for consumption.
Tata Steel UISL assured that all necessary steps are being taken on priority to resolve the issue and ensure safe drinking water for the public.