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13 Sep 2024
Mumbai's water levels have risen to an astounding 98.46 percent capacity in its seven reservoirs, according to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), significantly increasing the city's supply of potable water. The combined water storage in Mumbai's lakes is currently 14,25,128 million liters, according to BMC data. The city's water needs are largely met by these lakes, which include Tulsi, Tansa, Vihar, Bhatsa, Modak Sagar, Upper Vaitarna, and Middle Vaitarna.
In particular, Modak Sagar has an amazing 99.57 percent water stock availability, but Tansa Lake is only running at 98.37 percent of its capacity. Furthermore, a study published on mid-day.com states that the levels in Bhatsa, Vihar, Tulsi, Middle Vaitarna, and Upper Vaitarna lakes range from 96.74% to 100%, indicating that all of the lakes are at or close to full capacity.
Mumbai's water reserves have increased even further as a result of the recent severe rains, which caused several lakes to overflow. On July 4, Middle Vaitarna Lake overflowed first, then on July 25 Vihar and Modak Sagar. On July 24, Tansa Lake's water levels rose significantly, providing an extra 17 days' worth of water supplies.
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Situated in the Shahpur area of Thane, Tansa Lake serves as a vital water resource for Mumbai, providing the city with an estimated 400 million gallons of water annually. The July 26 lake flood was a critical event in guaranteeing locals will always have access to water. On July 20, there was an overflow as well, which was reminiscent of something that had happened the year before. This surge in water levels highlights the city’s adaptability and the positive impact of nature’s recent generosity