The Pakistan Council for Research in Water Resources (PCRWR) has declared 26 bottled water brands unsafe for human consumption, citing microbiological and chemical contamination detected during routine testing.
Under government directives, PCRWR monitors bottled and mineral water brands every quarter and publicly releases findings to protect consumers and ensure compliance with national quality standards.
Extensive Testing Across 21 Cities
For the third quarter of 2025 (July–September), PCRWR collected 205 samples from 21 major cities. These samples were analyzed against Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA) criteria.
Results showed that 26 brands failed to meet safety standards and were deemed unfit for drinking.
“The poor quality of drinking water has forced many citizens to rely on bottled water. However, several companies were found selling contaminated water,” the PCRWR stated.
Brands Contaminated with Chemical Pollutants
Excess Sodium
- Pure Drinking Water
- Premium Drinking Water
- Eltsen
- Purifa
Excess Arsenic
- Natural Pure Life
- Aqua Nest
- Premium Safa Purified Water
- Piyo Pani Bottled Drinking Water
- Wolga
Brands Contaminated with Bacteria
A total of 17 brands were found microbiologically unsafe due to bacterial contamination:
A2Z Pure Drinking Water, New Mehran, Zalmi, Pure Life, Deer Drinking Water, Dream Pure, Gulf, Crystal Aqua, Ruha Water, Pure Drinking Water, Premium Drinking Water, Fresh Aqua, Asia Healthy Drinking Water, Isberg, Lasani, Wolga, and Maya Premium Drinking Water.
PCRWR Issues Public Advisory
PCRWR advised consumers to:
- Verify the safety status of bottled water brands before use
- Exercise caution to avoid potential health risks
- Report suspicious or unregistered brands to relevant authorities
The council emphasized that regular monitoring will continue to ensure safe drinking water standards across the country.
