1 month ago
Pawana Dam Reaches 82% Capacity, Easing Water Worries
The Pawana Dam, which provides drinking water to Pimpri-Chinchwad and parts of Maval, has filled up to 82.42% of its total capacity.
This is great news for the residents because it means they will have enough water for the coming months.
The dam has received a lot of rain, which has helped it fill up.
Officials say the water level is still under control, and no water is being released yet.
This is a relief because earlier this year, there were water cuts, and people had to manage with water supply on alternate days.
There is also a plan to build a pipeline to bring water directly from the dam to the city, but this project has been delayed for many years because farmers are worried it will reduce the water available for their crops.
The government says it will only go ahead with the project if the farmers agree.
Pawana Dam has reached 82.42% of its total storage capacity, providing relief to Pimpri-Chinchwad residents.
The dam's water level stands at 611.31 metres, with 198.68 million cubic metres available for drinking and other purposes.
Steady rainfall in the catchment area has contributed to the healthy water storage.
The Pawana Direct Pipeline Project aims to improve long-term drinking water security but has been stalled for over 15 years due to farmer opposition.
The Maharashtra government has revived the project in 2023, prioritizing dialogue with farmers to balance urban water needs and agricultural interests.
- Who
- Residents of Pimpri-Chinchwad and Maval, Maharashtra government, farmers in Maval
- What
- Pawana Dam has reached 82.42% of its total storage capacity, easing drinking water worries in Pimpri-Chinchwad.
- Where
- Pawana Dam, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Maval, Maharashtra
- When
- As of Tuesday morning
- Why
- To meet the drinking water needs of Pimpri-Chinchwad and support agricultural requirements in the Maval region.
Urban Development
Agricultural Interests
Pawana Direct Pipeline Project
Urban Development
The project aims to improve long-term drinking water security for Pimpri-Chinchwad by reducing water loss and ensuring a reliable supply for the growing population.
Agricultural Interests
Farmers oppose the project, fearing it will reduce water available for irrigation and weaken their control over local water resources.
Key facts
- Current Water Level
- 611.31 metres
- Total Storage Capacity
- 229.82 million cubic metres
- Live Storage Available
- 198.68 million cubic metres
- Rainfall in Catchment Area
- 1,669 mm
- Rainfall in Last 24 Hours
- 46 mm
- Project Status
- Stalled for over 15 years, revived in 2023
- Project Length
- 40 km
- Project Aim
- Transport raw water directly from Pawana Dam to Nigdi Water Treatment Plant










