New Delhi, October 30 (UNI) In a major administrative reform aimed at improving efficiency, transparency and accountability, the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) has appointed Klynveld Peat Marwick Goerdeler (KPMG) as its Project Management Unit (PMU). The professional consultancy firm will monitor and support the execution of all DJB projects, including Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs), tanker management systems, and billing-related processes such as Late Payment Surcharge (LPSC).
With KPMG’s appointment, every ongoing and future project under DJB will now be tracked using data-driven evaluation, independent audits, and real-time reporting mechanisms. This partnership is expected to streamline project implementation, ensure timely completion, and bring financial discipline to the water utility’s operations.
The PMU will work closely with DJB engineers, contractors, and administrative wings to strengthen oversight from tendering to completion. From monitoring the functioning and capacity of STPs to supervising tanker dispatch and delivery systems, KPMG’s mandate will cover both operational and financial parameters.
Speaking on the decision, Delhi’s Minister for Water Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma said, “Delhi Jal Board will now function with world-class professional standards. By appointing KPMG as PMU, we are ensuring transparency in every rupee spent and accountability in every drop delivered. Whether it is STP performance, tanker operations, or billing reforms -including Late Payment Surcharge management – every process will now be monitored by experts.”
The Minister added that this reform reflects the Delhi government’s commitment to clean administration and effective public service delivery.
“Our goal is simple – citizens should get reliable water supply and transparent billing, and projects should be completed without delay or corruption. KPMG’s role as PMU will ensure both performance and integrity,” he said.
The PMU will also help the Delhi Jal Board introduce digital monitoring dashboards, conduct technical and financial audits, and assist in restructuring billing systems to minimize errors and delays. The move is expected to significantly improve operational efficiency and restore public confidence in the city’s water management system.
With this step, Delhi Jal Board takes a decisive stride towards becoming a technically strong, financially disciplined, and citizen-oriented utility – setting new benchmarks for urban water governance in India.
KPMG to oversee DJB projects as Project Management Unit for improved accountability
