Water Cuts Loom Over Pimpri-Chinchwad, Pune

PCMC24Published: 8 Oct 2026, 12:01 pm1 min read

A person checking the slow flow of water from a tap.

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Following state government directives, Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad cities may face water cuts. Pimpri-Chinchwad could see an additional 10% water cut implemented from October 16, while the Pune Municipal Corporation awaits a written order from the state government. Both cities are facing a water scarcity situation.

Key points

Pimpri-Chinchwad expects an additional 10% water cut from October 16.
Pune Municipal Corporation is awaiting a written order from the state government for water cuts.
Pimpri-Chinchwad currently has alternate-day water supply and a deficit of 105 MLD.
Housing societies in Wakad are receiving only 50% of their water needs, leading citizens to demand full supply.
Water stock in Pune district dams is one TMC less compared to last year.

Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad cities may face water cuts following directives from the state government. Water Resources Minister Girish Mahajan announced that water cuts would be implemented across the state from October 16.

Pimpri-Chinchwad city currently operates on an alternate-day water supply, facing a daily deficit of 105 MLD. The Water Resources Department has instructed a 10% reduction in water allocation, which means an additional 10% water cut is likely to be implemented in the city from October 16. This cut has resulted in housing societies in Wakad receiving only 50% of their required water, prompting citizens to demand a full water supply. Previously, a 15% water cut imposed due to delayed rains was not withdrawn even when dams were 100% full in July.

Meanwhile, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) is awaiting a written order from the state government before deciding on water cuts. PMC officials stated that the frequency and extent of water cuts would be determined within a week of receiving the order. The collective water stock in Pune district dams is one TMC less compared to last year, but with proper planning, water can last until July, according to Punekar News. The PMC is prepared to implement weekly water shutdowns if necessary.