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Mumbai Water Stock Reaches 49.93%

Mumbai's water stock rises after monsoon showers, lake levels increase

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Mon, 13 July 2026 at 10:14 am
Mumbai Water Stock Reaches 49.93%

Mumbai's drinking water stock has increased to 49.93% following continuous monsoon rainfall across the catchment areas. The seven lakes supplying water to the city now hold 7,22,649 million litres of usable water.

The water reserves have increased by 0.09 percentage points over the last 24 hours, according to the latest data released by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's Hydraulic Engineer's Department.

Among the major reservoirs, Bhatsa, Mumbai's largest source of drinking water, currently holds 44.58% of its live storage, while Upper Vaitarna has reached 28.38%. Modak Sagar stands at 80.64%, Tansa at 78.46%, Middle Vaitarna at 92.84%, Vihar at 100%, and Tulsi at 99.28% of their respective live storage capacities.

Vihar Lake began overflowing on July 7 at 9:00 pm, followed by Tulsi Lake at 11:43 pm the same day, indicating strong inflows following the recent spell of heavy rainfall. The latest reservoir report, recorded at 6 am on July 13, showed that no rainfall was recorded in the catchment areas during the previous 24 hours.

Despite the absence of fresh rainfall, water levels continued to improve marginally due to sustained inflows from upstream catchments. With nearly half of the city's annual drinking water requirement now secured in its reservoirs, the steady rise in storage has significantly eased concerns over water availability.

The monsoon season is crucial for Mumbai's water supply, and the recent rainfall has helped to replenish the city's reservoirs. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's efforts to manage the city's water supply have also contributed to the increase in water stock.

Mumbai's water supply is a critical issue, and the city's residents rely heavily on the monsoon season to replenish the reservoirs. The increase in water stock is a welcome relief, and the city's authorities will continue to monitor the situation to ensure a steady supply of water to the residents.

The city's water supply system is complex, and it requires careful management to ensure that the water needs of the residents are met. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's Hydraulic Engineer's Department plays a crucial role in managing the city's water supply, and their efforts have helped to increase the water stock.

In conclusion, the increase in Mumbai's water stock is a significant development, and it has eased concerns over water availability. The city's residents can breathe a sigh of relief, knowing that the water supply is stable, and the authorities are working to ensure that it remains so.

The steady rise in water stock is also a testament to the effectiveness of the city's water management system. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's efforts to manage the water supply have paid off, and the city's residents will benefit from the increased water stock.

Overall, the increase in Mumbai's water stock is a positive development, and it will help to ensure that the city's residents have access to a steady supply of water. The city's authorities will continue to monitor the situation and work to ensure that the water supply remains stable.

What it means for Mumbai is that the city's water supply is now more secure, and the residents can look forward to a steady supply of water. The increase in water stock is a significant achievement, and it will help to alleviate concerns over water availability. The city's authorities will continue to work to ensure that the water supply remains stable, and the residents will benefit from their efforts.

The increase in water stock is also a reminder of the importance of the monsoon season for Mumbai's water supply. The city's residents rely heavily on the monsoon season to replenish the reservoirs, and the recent rainfall has helped to do just that. The city's authorities will continue to monitor the situation and work to ensure that the water supply remains stable.

In the end, the increase in Mumbai's water stock is a welcome development, and it will help to ensure that the city's residents have access to a steady supply of water. The city's authorities will continue to work to ensure that the water supply remains stable, and the residents will benefit from their efforts.

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