On the Minister's instructions, the Executive Engineer of Jal Nigam was suspended: The first major action taken on waterlogging in Varanasi, with allegations of pumps being shut down.

The first major action regarding waterlogging in Varanasi has been taken. Acting Executive Engineer Pawan Kumar Gupta has been suspended on the instructions of Minister AK Sharma. He is accused of not operating the pumps at the Chaukhaghat Sewage Pumping Station and Goithahan STP on time, which led to waterlogging in low-lying areas of the city during heavy rains. The minister stated that playing with public convenience will not be tolerated, and strict action will be taken against those found negligent.