Mumbai: Although the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) claimed on Friday evening that it had successfully completed repairs to a 1,650-mm main water pipeline on Dr E Moses Road in Mahalaxmi, which was damaged on Wednesday evening, residents in areas such as Mumbai Central, Nagpada, and Kamathipura saw no relief even on Saturday morning. Residents complained of severe hardship after being without water for over 48 hours, as some localities received no water at all. The BMC deployed water tankers, but the supply was insufficient to meet the demand.
MLA Amin Patel Highlights Acute Water Shortage
MLA Amin Patel stated that there has been an acute water shortage in South Mumbai. People were forced to leave their homes and gather on the streets from early morning. While some areas received no water, others faced a severe shortage. Patel confirmed that Mumbai Central, Nagpada, and Kamathipura were among the worst-affected regions. The repairs were conducted on the pipeline, which developed a major crack on Wednesday evening, leading to water cuts across several wards.
Former Corporator Javed Juneja Criticizes BMC Response
Former corporator Javed Juneja alleged that during the 48-hour repair period, the BMC did not make any tanker available, forcing residents to manage on their own. On Saturday morning, half the areas in many wards still did not receive water. Juneja's comments underscore the frustration among locals who felt abandoned by the civic body.
BMC Officials Explain Pressure Issues
BMC officials reported that a pressure drop was observed in the Mumbai Central zone, leading to numerous complaints from Falkland Road, Patthe Bapurao Marg, RS Nimkar Marg, and several BIT buildings. A BMC official explained, “The pipelines were empty and pressure did not develop, which caused some problems. However, special supply was provided in the Mumbai Central area from 11:45 am to 1 pm. Supply is expected to return to normal in all areas on Sunday.”
Residents continue to hope for a swift resolution as the civic body works to restore regular water supply across the affected regions.
