NewKerala.com

Mumbai Faces 10% Water Cut from May 15 Amid Low Reservoir Levels

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has announced a 10% water cut across Mumbai from May 15 due to low reservoir levels. Currently, only 23.52% of the annual water requirement is available in the supply lakes. The decision is a precautionary measure based on IMD's forecast of a weaker monsoon due to El Nino and IOD phenomena. The water cut will remain in effect until satisfactory rainfall improves reservoir levels.

Key Points: Mumbai: BMC Announces 10% Water Cut from May 15

  • 10% water cut from May 15 across Mumbai
  • Reservoir levels at only 23.52% of annual requirement
  • Precautionary measure due to weak monsoon forecast
  • Cut applies to Thane and Bhiwandi-Nizampur as well
2 min read

Maharashtra: BMC announces 10% water cut across Mumbai from May 15

BMC announces 10% water cut across Mumbai from May 15 due to low reservoir levels at 23.52% capacity. Citizens urged to use water judiciously.

"There is absolutely no reason for the citizens of Mumbai to panic. However, on behalf of the BMC administration, a humble appeal is being made to all citizens to use water judiciously and sparingly. - BMC"

Mumbai, May 12

Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has announced a 10 per cent water cut across Mumbai from May 15 onwards, a press release stated.

According to the BMC PRO, the municipal body issued an advisory for discretionary use of water on Monday, stating that the water level in supply lakes is quite low.

The authorities appealed to the citizens of Mumbai not to panic and advised judicious use of water.

"This decision has been taken in accordance with the directives of the Water Resources Department, Government of Maharashtra, and in light of the Indian Meteorological Department's (IMD) forecast regarding a potentially weaker monsoon next year, influenced by the anticipated El Nino and IOD (Indian Ocean Dipole) phenomena. There is absolutely no reason for the citizens of Mumbai to panic. However, on behalf of the BMC administration, a humble appeal is being made to all citizens to use water judiciously and sparingly," BMC said in the release.

Providing the statistics, the BMC stated that a combined total of 340,399 Million Liters of water is currently available across the reservoirs supplying Mumbai as of Monday. Compared to the annual requirement of 1,447,363 Million Liters, the currently available usable water stock stands at only 23.52 per cent. The Municipal Administration is monitoring the water levels with extreme vigilance, and water supply is being distributed daily in a planned and systematic manner.

According to the press release, Mumbai will receive an additional water supply of 147,092 Million Liters from the maintenance reserve of the Bhatsa Dam, and another 90,000 Million Liters from the maintenance reserve of the Upper Vaitarna Dam. The 10 per cent water cut comes as a "precautionary measure."

This 10 per cent water cut will also apply to the water supplied by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation to the Thane and Bhiwandi-Nizampur Municipal Corporations, as well as to other villages, effective Friday, May 15. This water cut will remain in force until satisfactory rainfall occurs and the usable water levels in the reservoirs show improvement, BMC stated.

Earlier, the municipal body had announced a planned 30-hour water supply shutdown across several parts of the city between May 5 and May 6, to facilitate critical water tunnel connection and related maintenance works under its Water Supply Project.

- ANI

Share this article:

Reader Comments

D
David E
I notice that the article says this decision is precautionary and influenced by IMD forecasts. It's smart planning rather than panic—something many cities could learn from. As someone visiting Mumbai often, I appreciate the proactive approach.
H
Harsh A
Ek baat toh clear hai: Mumbai ko pani ki kamiyan hamesha hoti hain. Lekin BMC ka apne bas mein nahi hai kyunki rains ka bharosa nahi. Thoda adjust karo, paani waste mat karo. Sab logon ko awareness chahiye. 👍
A
Amanda J
I have some reservations. A 10% cut sounds small, but for daily users this can be burdensome—especially in the summer heat. The BMC says not to panic, but people worry about essential needs like showering and cooking. The 30-hour shutdown earlier this month already caused inconvenience. I hope the authorities ensure equitable distribution.
P
Priya S
Garmiyan hain aur pani ka cut. Mumbaikars ke liye mushkil toh hoga, lekin BMC ne future ke baare mein sochkar kuch kiya hai. Appreciate the transparency on water levels and the plan to tap Bhatsa and Upper Vaitarna reserves. 👍 चलो, सब मिलकर पानी बचाएँ! पानी की एक-एक बूँद अनमोल है।
R
Rohit L
BMC ka jaane pehchane khel. Harshad me pani kaatna toh Mumbai me yatra part

We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.

Leave a Comment

Minimum 50 characters 0/50