Mumbai’s Water Supply Secure as Lakes Reach 99.44% Capacity
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) announced on Friday that the water levels in Mumbai’s seven reservoirs have reached an impressive 99.44% capacity. This is a significant milestone for the city, as these lakes are the primary sources of potable water for Mumbai’s residents.
Mumbai relies on the Upper and Middle Vaitarnas, Bhatsa, Tansa, Vihar, Tulsi, and Modak Sagar lakes for its water supply. According to the latest data from the BMC, the combined water stock of these lakes currently stands at 14,47,363 million litres, representing almost full capacity.
Tansa Lake leads the pack with a water level of 99.58%, closely followed by Modak Sagar at 100%. The Middle Vaitarna reservoir is at 98.79%, Upper Vaitarna at 99.79%, Bhatsa at 99.35%, and both Vihar and Tulsi at full capacity, providing a secure water source for the city.
The recent heavy rains have led to overflowing in some of these lakes, with Middle Vaitarna being the first to reach capacity on July 4. Vihar and Modak Sagar followed suit on July 25, while Tansa Lake surged on July 24, adding a significant amount of water to all seven reservoirs in a single day.
Tansa Lake, located in the Shahpur region of Thane, supplies approximately 400 million gallons of water to Mumbai. It overflowed on July 26, 2024, contributing to the city’s water security. Tulsi Lake, one of the key sources feeding the BMC directly, also started overflowing on July 20, marking a positive turn of events for Mumbai’s water supply.
The BMC has forecasted moderate rainfall for Mumbai in the coming days, ensuring that the city’s water reservoirs remain replenished. With a high tide reaching the coast at 3.72 meters and another expected at 3.27 meters, the BMC is closely monitoring the water levels to ensure the safety and security of Mumbai’s residents.
In conclusion, the high water levels in Mumbai’s lakes are a positive sign for the city’s water supply. With almost full capacity across all reservoirs, Mumbai can rest assured that its water needs are being met. As the BMC continues to monitor the situation and forecast rainfall, residents can feel confident in the security of their water supply.
