80 Indian Families in Kuwait Left Without Water After Pump Removal
More than 80 Indian families living in Kuwait’s Abbasiya area are facing a desperate humanitarian crisis. Since the evening of October 14, 2026, residents of Building 158, Street 6, Block 4, have been left without running water after the building's water pump was reportedly removed by the caretaker.
A Crisis for Vulnerable Residents
The sudden loss of water has placed an immense burden on the community, which includes children, pregnant women, and several healthcare professionals. Among those affected are nurses and staff members employed by the Kuwait Ministry of Health.
Without access to running water, basic necessities such as cooking, drinking, and personal hygiene have become nearly impossible. Many residents have been forced to manually carry heavy buckets of water from a ground-floor storage tank or purchase supplies from external vendors to cope with the shortage.
This crisis follows approximately two months of recurring supply interruptions. Some tenants noted that they had even previously funded their own water tankers to maintain the building's water levels.
Allegations of Rent-Driven Tactics
The water shortage appears to be deeply linked to ongoing rental disputes. Residents allege that the removal of the pump is a calculated tactic used by the property owner to pressure tenants into signing new contracts at significantly higher rates.
The financial details of the building include:
- The monthly rent is approximately KD 325.
- An additional KD 5 cleaning fee is collected by the caretaker.
- Tenants claim rents have increased by KD 100 over the past five years.
- More than 20 tenants are currently paying their rent through the Kuwaiti court system due to disagreements over price hikes.
Desperate Pleas for Intervention
Residents have expressed growing fear and frustration over the situation. Nibu, a resident, stated that his children have gone three days without properly prepared meals, while Blesson emphasized the extreme urgency of the situation due to the vulnerable population residing in the building.
Further allegations have been made regarding the building's management. Resident Athul claimed that the caretaker acted under the direct instructions of the property owner, who has since become unreachable. Additionally, tenants have alleged that caretakers demand illegal commissions—ranging from KD 200 to KD 250—to secure rental flats.
Lack of Official Resolution
Despite the severity of the crisis, residents say they have found little help from local authorities. After visiting the Abbasiya Police Station twice, they were reportedly told that the matter could not be resolved there. The community is now calling on local authorities to intervene immediately to restore the water supply and investigate the removal of the pump.