Nagpur to Experience 36-Hour Water Supply Interruption on October 6-7
Residents in multiple areas of Nagpur will face a significant water supply disruption due to maintenance work at local treatment plants.
Water supply will be halted for 36 hours in Nagpur.
Shutdown affects multiple neighborhoods and rural areas.
Maintenance includes repairs and upgrades at treatment facilities.
Nagpur is set to undergo a substantial water supply interruption lasting 36 hours, starting from October 6 at 10 AM until October 7 at 4 AM. This disruption is due to scheduled maintenance at the Pench-1 and Pench-4 water treatment plants (WTPs) and the 33kV NMC feeder located at Navegaon Khairy.
The maintenance work will impact various neighborhoods including Nara, Nari, Jaripatka, Dhantoli, and Laxmi Nagar New, among others. Additionally, rural areas such as Hudkeshwar-Narsala and Godhani Gram Panchayat will also experience water shortages. The Pench-1 WTP will be offline for 18 hours, during which essential repairs and upgrades will be conducted, including the replacement of non-return valves and installation of new valves at key feeder locations.
The 33kV NMC feeder at Navegaon Khairy will also be affected, with a shutdown scheduled from 10 AM to 3 PM on October 6. During this time, NMC-OCW will undertake necessary work such as replacing an underground cable kit and trimming tree branches that may interfere with operations. Areas likely to experience disruptions include Laxmi Nagar Old, Gayatri Nagar, and several others.
Residents in the affected areas are advised to prepare for the water supply interruption, as it may lead to inconvenience in daily activities. Local authorities are urging citizens to store adequate water in advance to mitigate the impact of the shutdown. The maintenance is crucial for ensuring the long-term reliability and efficiency of the water supply system in Nagpur.
Looking ahead, the city officials have emphasized the importance of these maintenance activities and are committed to completing the work within the scheduled timeframe. Further updates will be provided as the situation progresses, and residents are encouraged to stay informed through local news channels and official announcements.
