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Mumbai stares at crisis as BMC neglects water projects
Updated On: 17 February, 2024 07:03 AM IST | Mumbai | Prajakta Kasale
The civic body’s 13-year plan to double water supply remains a mirage
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Water levels dropped below 50 per cent, increasing likelihood of water cuts. Representation Pic
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has been primarily focused on awarding tenders for road concreting, neglecting the crucial task of increasing the city`s water stock. With water levels dropping below 50 per cent, and the likelihood of impending water cuts, no water projects are anticipated to be completed in the next four years.
Despite the water stock decreasing to 48 per cent, the BMC has sought permission from the state government to utilise reserve stock from Bhatsa and Upper Vaitarna, similar to the previous year. The hydraulic department has proposed a 10 per cent water cut to mitigate potential crises if the monsoon faces delays. Despite recurring water cuts and shortages, the BMC remains indifferent to expediting long-planned water stock projects.
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