As of now, Maharashtra, India, has 653.63 thousand million cubic feet (TMC) of water stored in its reservoirs, which is 101.77 TMC more than the same period last year. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis highlighted the importance of conserving water due to potential impacts from El Nino, a climate phenomenon that can lead to reduced rainfall and drought conditions. He emphasized the need for strict planning of water resources to ensure sustainable drinking water supply until August 2026. Historical data indicates that reservoir levels dropped significantly in previous El Nino years, with a 12% decrease in 2014 and a 14% drop in 2015, leading to water scarcity. The Pune division currently leads in water stock with 206.55 TMC, followed by Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and Nashik. Fadnavis urged early precautionary measures to manage water usage effectively in anticipation of potential rainfall reductions.