Modak Sagar Overflows; Mumbai's Water Reserves Rise as Four Key Lakes Reach Full Capacity

Continuous monsoon rains have significantly boosted Mumbai's water reserves, with Modak Sagar overflowing and Tansa, Vihar and Tulsi lakes reaching full capacity, providing major relief for the city's water supply.

Modak Sagar, one of the seven reservoirs supplying drinking water to Mumbai, began overflowing following heavy rainfall across its catchment area. The development comes as water storage in the city's reservoir system continues to improve due to sustained monsoon activity.

With Tansa, Vihar and Tulsi reservoirs already filled to capacity, the overall water stock available for Mumbai has increased substantially, easing concerns over the city's drinking water supply in the coming months.

Civic officials said the rise in reservoir levels has been driven by consistent rainfall in the catchment areas over the past several days. The improved storage is expected to strengthen Mumbai's water security during the remainder of the monsoon season.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast continued heavy rainfall in parts of Mumbai and adjoining districts, and authorities are closely monitoring reservoir levels and inflows. Meanwhile, residents living in low-lying areas have been advised to remain alert as intermittent heavy showers are likely to continue.

Mumbai receives its drinking water from seven reservoirs, Bhatsa, Upper Vaitarna, Middle Vaitarna, Modak Sagar, Tansa, Vihar and Tulsi, which together meet the city's daily water requirements.