Archive · 28 Jul 2026
Gargai Dam Project to be Operational by May 2029
The Gargai Dam project in Palghar district is being expedited by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
The project aims to improve Mumbai's water supply and is expected to be completed by May 2029.
It will cost ₹3,065 crore and affect around 844 hectares of land, including 658 hectares of forest land.
Two villages will be completely affected, and five will be partially affected.
The project has received several approvals, and officials are directed to focus on rehabilitation and environmental mitigation measures.
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis directs officials to expedite the Gargai Dam project in Palghar district.
The project aims to augment Mumbai’s water supply and strengthen long-term water security.
Expected to be operational by May 2029 with an estimated cost of ₹3,065 crore.
The project will affect 844 hectares of land, including 658 hectares of forest land.
Two villages will be completely affected, and five will be partially affected.
- Who
- Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and government officials
- What
- Gargai Dam project
- When
- Expected to be operational by May 2029
- Where
- Palghar district, Mumbai Metropolitan Region
- Why
- To augment Mumbai’s water supply and strengthen long-term water security
Proponents of the Project
Critics of the Project
Environmental Impact
Proponents of the Project
The project is necessary for long-term water security and economic development.
Critics of the Project
The project will cause significant environmental damage and displacement of local communities.
- Project Cost
- ₹3,065 crore
- Land Affected
- 844 hectares
- Forest Land Submerged
- 658 hectares
- Villages Affected
- 2 completely, 5 partially
- Rehabilitation Land
- 1,400 hectares
- Expected Completion
- May 2029