Archive · 9 Aug 2025
Mumbai to Launch Borewell Project for Groundwater Recharge
Mumbai is building new borewells to help save water.
These new wells will collect rainwater and filter it before it goes back into the ground, like refilling an empty glass.
The city is doing this because too much water is being taken out of the ground, and in some places, salty water from the sea is getting in.
The project will use special filters and pipes to clean the rainwater, making sure it can be used again.
This should help keep the water supply stable and reduce water shortages.
BMC is launching a borewell recharge project to conserve water and replenish Mumbai's groundwater.
Four borewells will be constructed at strategic locations across the city.
The project aims to combat groundwater depletion and seawater intrusion.
The borewells will facilitate rainwater harvesting and distribution of recycled water.
The project includes filtration systems to clean rainwater before it enters the ground.
- Who
- Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC)
- What
- BMC is launching a borewell recharge project.
- When
- Work is expected to begin next week.
- Where
- Mumbai, specifically at Baptista Road Market, Cresto Mukund House, BEST Depot, and the Fire Brigade premises on SV Road.
- Why
- To conserve water, replenish groundwater, and combat seawater intrusion.
- Project Goal
- Conserve water and replenish groundwater
- Number of Borewells
- Four
- Locations
- Baptista Road Market, Cresto Mukund House, BEST Depot, Fire Brigade premises
- Estimated Budget
- Rs 28.3 lakh
- Expected Completion
- Within three months
- Filtration System
- Sand, pebble, and gravel filters
Sources
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