02 November,2026 02:35 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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The City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO) has implemented a 15 per cent water cut across all nodes under its jurisdiction in Navi Mumbai from Monday, November 2. Imposing the water cut, CIDCO cited concerns over the possibility of water scarcity in the coming months.
As part of the measures, water supply will remain suspended for 24 hours once a week in different nodes, while certain areas will receive water on alternate days. The restrictions will remain in force until further notice.
While issuing an official statement, CIDCO said that the decision follows a Government Resolution (GR) issued by the Maharashtra government on October 5, 2026. The GR directed the authorities to manage available water resources judiciously and ensure the security of the drinking water supply until August 31, 2027.
The government issued the directive in view of inadequate rainfall caused by the impact of El Niño during the previous year, which resulted in water scarcity even during the monsoon season. Considering the possibility of similar conditions, CIDCO has initiated measures to bridge the gap between water demand and availability and conserve existing water reserves.
As per CIDCO's proposed schedule, the 24-hour water supply shutdown will be observed on the following days:
In Ulwe's Sectors 8, 9, 10B, 15C, 16, 17 and 18, including Shelghar, Bamandongari, Nhava, Shivajinagar and Nhava Khadi, water supply will be provided on alternate days.
Similarly, residents of Dronagiri's Sectors 1, 2, 11, 12, 15, 30, 47, 48, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, and 55, including Dhutum, Bhendkhal, Pagota, Funde, Navghar, Navghar Pada, Bokadvira, and Kunde, will receive water on alternate days.
Amid the concerning water crisis, CIDCO has appealed to the residents to use drinking water judiciously and restrict consumption to essential requirements.
The authority has urged citizens not to use drinking water for washing vehicles or filling swimming pools, warning that such instances will attract penal action. Residents have also been asked to ensure that overhead and other water storage tanks do not overflow and to immediately repair leaking taps and pipelines.
The authority said that judicious management of available water resources and responsible consumption are essential to mitigate the possibility of water scarcity in the coming months.
