Citizen Water Signal - Public Launch – Visualizing Tap Water Safety Before Crisis

Summary: Citizen Water Signal is a citizen-led platform enabling residents in India to anonymously report the appearance and smell of municipal tap water before treatment. It aggregates subjective reports to reveal local contamination patterns, increasing public visibility and accountability.

What it does

The platform collects anonymous user reports on tap water quality, focusing on visual and olfactory indicators, then aggregates data to highlight localized contamination trends.

Who it's for

It is designed for residents of India concerned about municipal tap water safety and early detection of contamination issues.

Why it matters

It addresses the lack of early, visible indicators of tap water contamination that often remain unnoticed until causing health crises.