Dive into the critical issues of urban water supplies in India. This essential book meticulously examines water infrastructure reform and public-private partnerships in Bangalore, Chennai, and Kochi. Uncover the intricate dynamics of state-society relations and evolving governance models shaping access to safe water. Crucial for urban planners, policymakers, and scholars of South Asian development and politics, this work provides deep insights into the complex realities of transforming water governance across India.