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Maharashtra to enforce 10% water cut from Oct 16 due to drought
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 06 Oct 2026, 02:36 PM
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The Maharashtra government has mandated a minimum 10% reduction in water usage starting October 16 to combat ongoing drought conditions and El Nino effects.
The Maharashtra administration has announced a mandatory minimum 10% cut in water consumption effective from October 16. This directive is a direct response to the severe water crisis currently gripping the state, exacerbated by prolonged drought conditions.
The decision comes amid growing concerns over the El Nino weather phenomenon, which is expected to further reduce rainfall and strain the state's water reserves. Authorities are urging citizens and industries to adopt strict conservation measures to ensure sustainable water management during this critical period.
The state government emphasizes that this measure is essential to mitigate the impact of the ongoing dry spell. Residents are advised to follow the guidelines to prevent acute water shortages in the coming weeks.
The decision comes amid growing concerns over the El Nino weather phenomenon, which is expected to further reduce rainfall and strain the state's water reserves. Authorities are urging citizens and industries to adopt strict conservation measures to ensure sustainable water management during this critical period.
The state government emphasizes that this measure is essential to mitigate the impact of the ongoing dry spell. Residents are advised to follow the guidelines to prevent acute water shortages in the coming weeks.