Hyderabad Water Crisis: Looming Shortage Threatens City
Hyderabad Faces Impending Water Shortage
Hyderabad, a city accustomed to reliable water supply, is currently grappling with a looming water crisis as reservoir levels decrease and groundwater depletes. The Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWS&SB) is struggling to meet the rising demand for water, especially in areas like the IT corridor where residents are dissatisfied with the irregular water supply and delayed tanker deliveries. The city currently receives 565 million gallons per day (MGD) from the Water Board, but an additional 50 MGD will be crucial in the upcoming months to avert a crisis.
Areas such as Vijayanagar Colony, Humayun Nagar, AC Guards, Gokul Nagar, Nampally Railway Station vicinity, and many more are expected to face temporary water cuts on March 10, 2024. This disruption in water supply highlights the severity of the situation across various neighborhoods in Hyderabad.
The State government has taken steps to address the water scarcity issue by planning to draw an additional 50 MGD of water from the Godavari to meet the escalating demand. Despite these efforts, concerns persist over the sustainability of water resources in Hyderabad as summer approaches and reservoir levels continue to decline.
Efforts to combat the crisis include rainwater harvesting initiatives and digitalization by real estate companies to mitigate the impact of water shortages. However, challenges remain as residents resort to private suppliers due to inadequate water supply in certain areas, exacerbating the city’s water woes.
In conclusion, Hyderabad’s struggle with water scarcity underscores the urgent need for comprehensive measures to ensure sustainable water management and meet the increasing demand for this vital resource.
