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Mumbai is currently reeling under soaring temperatures, with relentless heat and humidity making daily life uncomfortable. Amid this, a troubling development has emerged, leaving residents anxious about water availability. A technical fault at the Padgha power substation disrupted electricity supply, triggering a chain reaction that affected the city’s water system. Key water purification facilities at Pise and Panjrapur were forced to shut down due to the outage, severely impacting supply operations. As a result, the civic authorities have been compelled to impose a water cut of 20 to 25 percent across Mumbai, worsening the situation for citizens already struggling with extreme summer conditions.The incident that caused widespread disruption lasted barely 30 minutes but had far-reaching consequences. On Tuesday evening, between 5:45 pm and 6:15 pm, the power supply at the Padgha substation was interrupted. However, this brief outage completely halted water supply under Mumbai’s Stage 1 and Stage 2 distribution systems. The sudden drop in water levels at the main balancing reservoir further complicated matters, leaving the civic body with no option but to enforce water rationing. Authorities have announced that the reduced supply will continue until 9 pm on Wednesday, urging residents to use water sparingly and manage their daily needs with extreme caution during this period.Also Read: Nashik TCS Case: 9 FIRs Registered, 6 Arrested in Workplace Harassment ProbeGirgaum was among the worst-affected areas, where residents faced severe inconvenience early in the morning. Around 4:30 am, when households typically prepare to collect water, taps ran completely dry, catching people off guard. Homemakers expressed frustration, saying mornings are already hectic with work responsibilities and children’s school routines, and the absence of water made the situation chaotic. The unexpected shortage during peak hours disrupted daily schedules and added stress to families. With the ongoing heatwave intensifying discomfort, the lack of water has significantly affected normal life in the locality, highlighting the gravity of the crisis.Residents of Khar Danda Koliwada are also grappling with worsening conditions, as the area already struggles with low water pressure. The recent disruption has only aggravated the issue, making it even harder for water to reach households. Local corporator Chintamani Nivate pointed out that although water supply has resumed, the pressure remains too weak for effective distribution. As temperatures continue to rise, people are finding it increasingly difficult to cope with both the heat and the scarcity of water. Many residents are now forced to search for alternative sources, adding to their daily hardships and frustration.Despite the challenges, the civic administration has maintained that the situation is under control and assured citizens that the normal water supply will be restored after 9 pm. However, officials acknowledged that even though the technical fault has been resolved, it will take time for reservoir levels to stabilize and return to normal. Until then, residents will have to endure a limited supply and manage with available resources. The ongoing crisis serves as a reminder of how critical infrastructure failures, even for a short duration, can significantly disrupt essential services in a densely populated city like Mumbai.

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