The ongoing water crisis disproportionately affects marginalised communities, particularly Dalits, who face caste-based discrimination at public water sources. Residents report long waits and confrontations at handpumps, with some families forced to make multiple trips daily to secure enough water. Rising temperatures and water scarcity are intensifying existing social tensions, leading to conflicts and allegations of discrimination. The situation poses significant risks to public health, livelihoods, and social harmony in the region.