Pune Municipal Corporation Completes 19-Km Pipeline for 24x7 Water Supply
PMC connects 19-km pipeline under 24x7 water scheme; relief for south Pune areas
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The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has connected a 19-km pipeline to enhance water supply under its 24x7 water scheme, benefiting areas like Mohammadwadi and Dorabjee Paradise. The project, operational since May 1, aims to alleviate water shortages for approximately 400,000 residents.
- 01PMC's 19-km pipeline connects to three new water tanks, enhancing supply in south Pune.
- 02The project aims to reduce reliance on water tankers and improve distribution efficiency.
- 03Approximately 400,000 residents are expected to benefit from the new water supply system.
- 04The initiative faced challenges such as land acquisition and traffic diversions during construction.
- 05Residents in some areas still await permanent solutions to ongoing water issues.
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The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has successfully connected a 19-km pipeline as part of its 24x7 water supply scheme, which aims to provide consistent water access to areas including Mohammadwadi, Dorabjee Paradise, and Corinthian. This project, launched on May 1, is expected to serve approximately 400,000 residents and significantly reduce the reliance on water tankers. Additional municipal commissioner Pavneet Kaur highlighted that some areas might begin receiving water by May 15, pending network completion. The initiative has been in development since 2018-19, with the main pipeline operational as of this month. Despite facing challenges such as land acquisition and traffic management, the project is seen as a critical step towards addressing water shortages in south Pune. Former Shiv Sena corporator Nana Bhangire and local residents have expressed hope for continued efforts to resolve water supply issues across the region.
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The new pipeline will significantly improve water access, reducing dependence on tanker trucks and ensuring consistent supply for residents.
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