Mumbai: BMC To Restore Municipal Swimming Pool Supply From August 16 Despite 10 Per Cent Water Cut
Mumbai, August 12, 2026: The BMC’s decision to restore water supply to municipal swimming pools from August 16, after the facilities remained shut since June 17, has triggered a fresh face-off between the civic administration and the ruling party. While the administration has cleared the reopening of pools for morning and evening sessions and ordered immediate restoration of their water…
Mumbai, August 12, 2026: The Mumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has announced it will restart water supply to municipal swimming pools from August 16, despite a 10% water cut imposed since May 15. The decision has sparked controversy, with Standing Committee Chairman Prabhakar Shinde opposing the move, questioning its priority when residents face low water pressure and service disruptions in several areas.
The city currently has 89% of its combined lake capacity, but the civic administration maintains the water cut to conserve reserves for potential dry spells in August and September. Nevertheless, the BMC has directed officials to restore water connections to pools, test water quality, and appoint qualified swimming instructors and lifeguards before reopening.
The move has been met with sharp criticism from the ruling party, with Shinde urging the administration to reconsider the decision until water supply is assured for all citizens.
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