Major pipeline burst in western India affects water supply across four Mumbai wards
by Aditi VermaA major pipeline burst in western India’s Maharashtra has disrupted the water supply across several areas, impacting four municipal wards.
The incident took place near the main pipeline connected to Tansa lake in the Powai area of Mumbai on August 23.
Visuals showed a large water pipeline along the roadside had burst, sending a powerful jet of water shooting high into the air. The water arched and spread out in all directions, falling and splashing down over the surrounding area.
A significant water pipeline burst in Powai has led to disruptions in the water supply across multiple areas in Mumbai, covering four municipal wards. The incident occurred on Friday afternoon when one of the main pipelines connecting the Tansa lake burst, causing water to gush out uncontrollably.
The leak was reported around 1:30 PM, following which the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) swiftly shut down the valves to prevent further wastage of water.
As a result, residents in several neighborhoods, including Dharavi, Ghatkopar, Vikhroli, Andheri East, Vile Parle, Bandra (East), and Santacruz, are expected to face either low water pressure or a complete stoppage of water supply until the repairs are completed.
Visuals of the incident circulating on social media depict heavy streams of water spouting from the pipeline. The BMC has assured residents that the repair work is being carried out on a war footing, but the supply is likely to remain disrupted for the next 24 hours as the work continues.
An official from the BMC confirmed, “The pipeline burst has been isolated, and repair works are underway. We understand the inconvenience caused to residents, and we are doing everything possible to restore water supply as soon as possible.”