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NMMC Calls Urgent Meeting Over Navi Mumbai Water Shortages
People in parts of Navi Mumbai have raised concerns about water shortages and weak water pressure.
MLA Manda Mhatre asked the city’s civic corporation to address the complaints.
She also alleged that some developers may be taking water without authorisation.
The corporation’s commissioner has called a meeting with senior officials in the coming days.
They will review water distribution and consider how to provide fairer supply across the city.
Officials will also discuss alleged misuse in MIDC areas.
Mhatre wants tanker supplies monitored so residents are not unfairly charged during shortages.
The corporation has not announced the meeting’s outcomes.
Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation will hold an urgent meeting on the city’s water supply in the coming days.
MLA Manda Mhatre raised concerns about shortages, low pressure and alleged unauthorised water withdrawals by developers.
The meeting will review water distribution complaints, alleged misuse in MIDC areas and equitable pressure across the city.
Mhatre called for regular, adequate water supply for residents, including those in gaothans, slum areas and housing societies.
She also sought monitoring of tanker supplies and action against water theft or misuse.
- Who
- Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation, Commissioner Dr Kailas Shinde, MLA Manda Mhatre and senior civic officials.
- What
- An urgent meeting will review water shortages, low-pressure supply, distribution complaints and allegations of unauthorised water withdrawal.
- Where
- Navi Mumbai, including concerns raised about MIDC areas.
- When
- In the coming days.
- Why
- To review complaints and consider measures for regular, adequate and equitable water supply.
Key facts
- Civic body
- Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC)
- Meeting
- An urgent review meeting is planned for the coming days.
- Commissioner
- Dr Kailas Shinde
- MLA raising concerns
- Manda Mhatre
- Issues to review
- Shortages, low-pressure supply, distribution irregularities and alleged unauthorised withdrawals
- Additional request
- Monitor tanker water supply and prevent artificial shortages and alleged financial exploitation.
- Officials named as attendees
- Additional Commissioner Shirish Aradwad and water supply department officials
Quotes
Manda Mhatre
Maharashtra MLA who raised concerns about Navi Mumbai’s water supply.
“The common citizens of Navi Mumbai should not be forced to run from pillar to post for water. The rightful share of water meant for citizens should not be illegally used or misused under any circumstances. The available water must be properly planned so that residents in every area receive adequate water at sufficient pressure and on a regular basis.”
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“Those involved in water theft or misuse must face action. The administration needs to work sensitively on the issue and ensure that ordinary citizens get sufficient water.”
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