Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus Faces Acute Water Shortage
CSMT faces water shortage; CR depends on tankers for supply
Hindustan Times
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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) in Mumbai is experiencing a severe water shortage, receiving only 30-40% of its daily requirement. The Central Railway is relying on tankers to supply water as the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) implements a 10% city-wide water cut starting May 15 due to low reservoir levels.
- 01CSMT receives only 30-40% of its required water supply.
- 02BMC has announced a 10% water cut across Mumbai starting May 15.
- 03The station serves over 600,000 passengers daily and requires approximately 2.6 million liters of water.
- 04Commuters report inadequate water facilities and unhygienic conditions.
- 05BMC and railway officials are coordinating to address the water supply issues.
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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) in Mumbai is facing a critical shortage of drinking water, with the Central Railway (CR) reporting that only 30-40% of the necessary supply is being received. This situation has arisen as the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) implements a 10% water cut across the city starting May 15 due to declining reservoir levels, which currently stand at 28.35% capacity. CSMT, which handles over 600,000 passengers daily, requires approximately 2.6 million liters of water for its operations, including facilities and train services. Commuters have expressed dissatisfaction with the inadequate water facilities, often finding water coolers dispensing room-temperature water and facing unhygienic conditions. BMC commissioner Ashwini Bhide stated that efforts are being made to coordinate with railway officials to improve the situation. Pre-monsoon preparations, including desilting of drains and track maintenance, are also underway to mitigate disruption during the upcoming monsoon season.
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The water shortage at CSMT affects daily commuters, making it difficult to access drinking water and maintain hygiene at the station.
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