Maharashtra imposes minimum 10% water cut in urban, rural local bodies from Oct 16 amid deficient monsoon

Maharashtra orders water cuts from October 16 amid drought, El Nino concerns

Local bodies have also been asked to undertake special drives to identify and stop water leakage.

Maharashtra braces for water crisis, orders 10% cut from Oct 16

The Maharashtra government announced a minimum 10 per cent water cut for all urban and rural local bodies starting October 16 due to a deficient monsoon and El Nino impact. The state is prioritising drinking water, planning for water stocks until August 2027, and implementing measures like preventing leakage, reusing treated wastewater, and curbing unauthorised extraction.

Maharashtra Announces 10% Water Cut Across Urban and Rural Areas Starting October 16: Here's Why | 📰 LatestLY

Citing a deficient monsoon and potential drought risks, the Maharashtra government will enforce a minimum 10 per cent water cut across all urban and rural local bodies starting October 16. 'Drinking water will be given the highest priority. All municipal corporations, municipalities and gram panchayats have been directed to implement a 10 per cent water cut from October 16,' State Water Resources Minister Girish Mahajan said. 📰 Maharashtra Anno…

Maharashtra water cut: Minimum 10% reduction in urban, rural local bodies from Oct 16 amid deficient monsoon

According to the State Water Resources Minister Girish Mahajan, "drinking water will be given the highest priority. All municipal corporations, municipalities and gram panchayats have been directed to implement a 10 per cent water cut from October 16."

Maharashtra imposes minimum 10% water cut in urban, rural local bodies from Oct 16 amid deficient monsoon

Maharashtra will enforce a 10 percent reduction in water supply starting October 16 due to insufficient rainfall. The state has prioritized drinking water and will reserve it through August 31, 2027. Local bodies are instructed to prevent water leakage and maximize sewage treatment plant operation. Industries must recycle at least 30 percent of their water usage under new directives.

Tackling drought: Minimum 10 pc water cut in Maharashtra urban, rural local bodies from Oct 16

Tackling drought: Minimum 10 pc water cut in Maharashtra urban, rural local bodies from Oct 16