Maharashtra is in a severe water crisis, with water levels in 32 major dams falling by 18% over the past month.
According to the latest data from the Central Water Commission, storage in these reservoirs has declined to just 32.10%, well below the national average of 36.16% and last year’s levels for the same period.
Of the 32 key dams, 20 have less than 50% water; several are on the verge of drying up with storage below 10%. Ujani Dam in Solapur is among the worst-hit, holding just 1.97% of its capacity. In contrast, Pune’s Manikdoh Dam is at full capacity, and the Ghod Dam is in better shape with 60.92% storage.
Back in March, the average storage across these dams was 50.32%. Since then, the sharp 18% decline has raised serious concerns as the state enters the peak summer months, heightening the risk of shortages for drinking water, agriculture, and industry.
Experts have called for urgent action from the state government and the Water Resources Department. Efficient water management, prioritising drinking water supply, and launching conservation efforts are critical to handling the crisis ahead.
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