Good news is on the horizon for the residents of Pune! The water shortage woes that the city has been facing for the past few days are about to be alleviated. Thanks to heavy rainfall in all four dams that supply water to Pune, the dam stock has seen a significant increase, prompting the withdrawal of the decision to implement water cuts.
A crucial meeting was convened at the Circuit House, chaired by Guardian Minister Chandrakant Patil, to discuss the water supply planning for Pune Municipal Corporation. After the meeting, Minister Chandrakant Patil announced the uplifting news, much to the relief of the citizens.
The decision to implement water cuts was taken during a meeting held in May, which focused on water planning for both Pune city and district. Officials from the Meteorological Department were consulted during this meeting, and predictions of delayed rain were taken into account. Subsequently, it was decided to stop water supply for one day every week.
However, the anticipated rainfall didn’t manifest until the middle of June and July, causing concerns over water availability. But, as luck would have it, heavy rains poured in during the last ten days of July, leading to a considerable rise in the reservoir’s water levels. This fortunate turn of events prompted the authorities to reverse the decision on water cuts, ensuring uninterrupted water supply for the residents of Pune starting from tomorrow.
In addition to the urban areas, the scheduled rotation for agriculture in the rural regions will also resume as usual from tomorrow. Minister Chandrakant Patil assured that a follow-up meeting regarding water planning will be held in two months’ time, taking into account the prevailing weather conditions and reservoir levels.
The news of the withdrawal of water cuts has brought a sigh of relief to Pune residents who have been grappling with water scarcity. With heavy rains replenishing the dams and ensuring ample water supply, the city can now look forward to a smoother and more comfortable water situation in the coming days.
