Srinagar, J&K: In a shocking development from the summer capital, residents of Padshahi Bagh today held a silent protest outside the local water treatment plant, alleging that highly contaminated water is being supplied to thousands of homes. Locals told reporters that children are falling sick, elderly residents are suffering infections, and the situation has turned alarming over the past several days. What has triggered outrage is the claim that dead pigeons and other birds were found inside one of the supply tanks, raising serious questions about the safety, monitoring, and accountability of the water filtration system. Protesters slammed the concerned authorities for “criminal negligence” and said they have been forced to consume unsafe water despite repeated complaints. The residents have issued an urgent appeal to Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, the National Conference leadership, and all concerned departments to step in immediately and ensure that clean, treated water is restored to Padshahi Bagh without delay. They warned that if the government fails to act, they will escalate their agitation and take the issue to every platform, including civil society