India: Municipal water outage to affect the Mumbai Metropolitan Region March 24-25

Event

Municipal water outages will affect the Mumbai Metropolitan Region 12:00 March 24-12:00 March 25 due to urgent pipeline works. Impacted municipal areas include Greater Mumbai, Bhiwandi-Nizampur, Kalyan-Dombivli, Mira-Bhayandar, Navi Mumbai, Panvel, Thane, Ulhasnagar, and Vasai-Virar. Officials said lingering disruptions such as low-pressure supply may continue through March 27.

Residents typically rely on private water tankers during outages. Some business disruptions are possible, especially for companies that rely on large quantities of municipal water. Public facilities may also experience water shortages.

Residents may stage small peaceful protests, mainly outside utility offices and at public squares if disruptions are prolonged. Limited traffic disruptions may occur near rallies.

Advice

Stock up on drinking water in advance. Minimize nonessential water use. Confirm alternative water supplies for business operations. Pressure and water quality may be poor after service resumes; run taps for several minutes before using water. Use only bottled water from reputable suppliers for drinking and hygienic purposes.