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Mumbai Retains 10% Water Cut Despite Reservoirs Reaching 88.93%
Mumbai Retains 10% Water Cut Despite Reservoirs Reaching 88.93%
Mumbai’s civic body will continue a 10% water cut despite the seven reservoirs supplying the city holding about 12.87 lakh million litres, or 88.93%, of usable water. The restriction began in May…
The Story in Brief
Mumbai’s civic body will continue a 10% water cut despite the seven reservoirs supplying the city holding about 12.87 lakh million litres, or 88.93%, of usable water. The restriction began in May after storage fell below 8%.
The BMC says current reserves can meet demand until May 2027, but wants enough water until August 2027 before restoring full supply. Four reservoirs are full, while Upper Vaitarna, Middle Vaitarna and Bhatsa are 78.83%, 92.37% and 86.64% full. Officials will review the cut after the second half of the monsoon and want all reservoirs to overflow first.
The Indian Opinion
The restriction may appear excessive when storage is near 90%, especially for households facing reduced supply. However, the BMC is accounting for future demand and uncertain rainfall later in the monsoon. Claims that the cut must end immediately may overlook this planning. At the same time, describing the policy as simply harsh is also incomplete. Clear review dates and water-use data would help residents judge the decision.
Source: freepressjournal.in
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