Bhiwandi To Face 18-Hour Water Cuts Every Wednesday Amid Drought Concerns; 10 Per Cent Supply Reduction Imposed
Bhiwandi, October 21, 2026: Amid growing concerns over drought conditions in Maharashtra, residents of Bhiwandi will face an 18-hour water supply shutdown every Wednesday, as the civic administration implements scheduled cuts in line with directives to conserve available water resources. Sandeep Patnawar, Executive Engineer of the Bhiwandi Municipal Corporation’s Water Supply Department, said…
Bhiwandi, a city in Maharashtra, will experience 18-hour water cuts on Wednesdays starting October 21, 2026, due to drought concerns and a 10% reduction in water supply, according to the Bhiwandi Municipal Corporation. The civic administration will implement water supply shutdowns from 9 am every Wednesday until 3 am on Thursday, affecting various parts of the city.
Sandeep Patnawar, Executive Engineer of the Water Supply Department, stated that the state Irrigation Department's directive aims to conserve available water resources, ensuring adequate drinking water supplies until August 31, 2027. The Maharashtra State Water Management Authority has instructed the authorities to manage water reserves economically, prioritizing water use and promoting economical consumption.
Industrial establishments are directed to reuse or recycle at least 30% of their water consumption. The civic body seeks public cooperation in avoiding water wastage and encourages a wider awareness campaign for water conservation.
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