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Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar:
If contractors work at full pace, lifting of 200 MLD of water from the Jackwell can begin within the next two weeks. Of this, 176 MLD will be supplied to the municipal corporation, allowing 80 per cent of the city to receive water in a gap of 2 days, municipal commissioner G Sreekanth stated during a hearing in the Bombay High Court.
The commissioner emphasized that the project should not be considered ‘complete’ until the full 392 MLD capacity is operational and every household has a tap connection. This statement was made during a hearing on the city’s water supply scheme ‘public interest litigation’.
Following the court’s directions, the commissioner was instructed to visit the Jackwell on March 6 with the chief engineer of MJP, the contractors, and other concerned officials to review progress, and prepare a report detailing which tasks have been completed and what is still required for pumping water. Based on requests from all parties, the bench agreed to a site inspection on March 8.
Municipal Commissioner’s Inspection Report (26 February 2026)
Key Observations and Current Status:
Jackwell Cleanliness: The municipal disaster management team cleaned the bottom of the Jackwell using modern equipment.
Leakages and Repairs: Most wall leakages have been stopped; remaining minor works are in progress. Iron bars in walls are being cut with ladders provided by the fire department.
Stairs and Railings: Work on stairs in Section A is incomplete and unsafe. Sections B and C are progressing.
Electro-Mechanical Works: Power supply agreement made with MSEDCL; electricity expected within 1–2 days. Work on supporting the thrust block and butterfly valve has begun.
Pipeline Schedule: Out of 179 pipeline chairs, 73 are in good condition; remaining require minor or major repairs.
Critical Instructions and Issues:
Debris Removal: Iron, plywood, and other debris in the Jackwell must be cleared immediately to avoid obstructions during pumping.
Manpower: Only 20 workers are currently deployed; workforce needs to be increased.
Certification: Before water pumping begins, a ‘safety certificate’ must be obtained from GVPR, the electro-mechanical contractor, and MJP.
Expected Timelines:
Nakshatrawadi WTP: It will take approximately 3–4 weeks for water to reach the Nakshatrawadi water treatment plant.