Water

DTE Coverage of Reverse Osmosis purifiers

Is your water purifier safe? DTE cover story attempts to answer an important question

By Vivek Mishra
Published: Tuesday 26 March 2024
Jhajjar resident 68-year-old Hira Singh taking water from an RO system in his home. Photo: Vikas Choudhary / CSE

Fact or fallacy: Is your water purifier safe?


Water purifiers that use reverse osmosis (RO) are emerging as a popular choice for safe and clean drinking water in India. But experts warn that RO water with dangerously low levels of mineral content can have adverse impact on health
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Fact or fallacy: ‘RO is a defence against contaminants’


The demand for advanced purification methods in the country is likely to soar, says Mahesh Gupta, chairperson of Kent RO Systems
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Fact or fallacy: RO companies in India are under the radar


Several such firms evade drinking water standards and avoid regulation
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