The demand for an additional 1.25 TMC of water for the city, which was made by the civic body and major political parties, seems to have fallen on deaf ears. The irrigation department is adamant on not letting any extra drop of water to Puneites, claiming that the city is getting more than sufficient watersupply.

Speaking to MiD DAY, Avinash Surve, chief engineer of the irrigation department, said, “As per the state government’s directive, Pune being a metro city should get 150 litres of water per capita each day. According to that, the city is getting 11.5 TMC water every year. This is more than enough water for the population of 59.48 lakh.” Surve also advised that instead of demanding more water, the PMC should ensure equitable distribution among the people.