Maharashtra Reservoirs: A Cautious Approach Amid El Nino Fears
Maharashtra's reservoirs hold 653.63 TMC of water, up 101.77 TMC from last year. Despite this, the possibility of El Nino's impact prompts caution. Chief Minister Fadnavis stresses judicious water use till August 2026. Historical El Nino events have previously reduced water levels, raising concerns for future scarcity.
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Maharashtra's water reservoirs currently boast a storage of 653.63 thousand million cubic feet, marking an increase of 101.77 TMC compared to the previous year, officials disclosed during a state cabinet meeting led by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. Despite the improved figures, caution was advised due to potential impacts from El Nino.
This climate pattern, known for warming the Pacific Ocean, may lead to weaker monsoons and drought risks in India. Fadnavis has directed stringent water resource management to ensure supply extends till August 2026, drawing attention to El Nino's historical effects, which previously caused a significant drop in reservoir levels.
The current distribution shows Pune division leading with 206.55 TMC, followed by Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Nashik, Nagpur, and others. With major reservoirs like Jayakwadi and Koyna storing crucial amounts, strategic conservation is emphasized by the administration amid forecasts of reduced rainfall.
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