Archive · 15 Aug 2025
Mumbai's Desalination Plants Attract Strong Interest
Mumbai is trying to make more drinking water by building special plants called desalination plants that turn ocean water into clean water.
The first plant is planned in Manori, with many companies offering to help build it.
The second plant will be in Versova.
The city needs more water because the current amount is not enough for everyone.
These plants are expected to make a lot of clean water every day, helping solve the water shortage problem.
The government is asking companies to propose the best and cheapest way to build these water plants, and then they will choose the best one.
BMC's Manori desalination plant project has attracted 21 bids from various companies.
A second desalination plant is planned for Versova, drawing interest from major firms.
The Manori project's tender was floated on December 4, 2023, with an extended bid deadline of August 19.
Versova facility will follow a Design, Build, Finance, Operate, and Transfer (DBFOT) model.
The projects aim to address Mumbai's water demand, expected to rise to 6,900 ML per day by 2041.
- Who
- The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is leading the projects.
- What
- BMC is developing desalination plants to address Mumbai's water shortage.
- When
- The tender for Manori was floated on December 4, 2023, with an extended deadline for bids.
- Where
- The plants are planned in Manori and Versova, Mumbai.
- Why
- To increase Mumbai's water supply to meet rising demand.
BMC's Stance
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Water Security
BMC's Stance
To secure a steady and sustainable water supply, the BMC is exploring all options, including desalination.
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- Manori Project Bids
- 21
- Versova Facility Model
- DBFOT
- Manori Project Cost
- ₹3,200 crore
- Water Demand (2041)
- 6,900 ML per day
- Current Water Supply
- 3,950 ML daily