Mumbai Lake Levels Rise 0.82% in 24 Hours

Mumbai's seven reservoirs have reached 49.41% of their total useful live storage, according to the Hydraulic Engineer's Department report.

The city's reservoirs now hold 7,15,210 million litres of water out of their total useful storage capacity of 14,47,363 ML.

The water stock increased by 0.82% in the last 24 hours, indicating a slower improvement in the catchment areas.

Among the major lakes, Modak Sagar holds 1,07,351 ML, which is 83.27% of its useful storage, while Tansa has 1,13,608 ML, which is 78.31% of its useful storage.

Bhatsa, the largest contributor to Mumbai's water supply, currently contains 3,11,821 ML, which is 43.49% of its total capacity.

The Upper Vaitarna, Middle Vaitarna, Tansa, and Modak Sagar reservoir system collectively stores 3,67,645 ML, accounting for 52.93% of its combined useful capacity.

Vehar Lake and Tulsi Lake continue to remain at full capacity, with both reservoirs at 100% useful content.

Vihar Lake began overflowing on July 7 at 9 PM, followed by Tulsi Lake at 11:43 PM on the same day.

In the last 24 hours, Middle Vaitarna recorded the highest rise in water level at 0.59 metres, followed by Bhatsa at 0.30 m, Modak Sagar at 0.09 m, Tansa at 0.07 m, and Upper Vaitarna at 0.06 m.

Water levels at Vihar and Tulsi saw marginal declines of 0.05 m and 0.03 m, respectively, despite remaining at full capacity.

No rainfall was recorded at Upper Vaitarna, Tansa, Middle Vaitarna, Bhatsa, Vihar, and Tulsi during the 24-hour period ending at 6 AM.

Modak Sagar received 1 mm of rainfall.

The Middle Vaitarna WSCPO gate remains open, while Upper Vaitarna's water release, which began on June 22, was stopped on July 6 at 10 AM.

The cumulative rainfall recorded at the Bhandup Complex has reached 1,716 mm.

The increase in lake levels is a positive sign for Mumbai's water supply, which has been a concern in recent years.

The city's water needs are met by the seven reservoirs, and a good monsoon season is crucial to ensure a steady supply of water throughout the year.

The civic body's efforts to manage the water supply and prevent flooding are ongoing, and the latest update on lake levels will help in planning and decision-making.

The situation will be closely monitored, and further updates will be provided as necessary.

For now, the increase in lake levels is a welcome development, and Mumbai residents can hope for a steady water supply in the coming months.