The restrictions will affect residents of Kharghar, Taloja, Panvel, Kalamboli, Kamothe and Karanjade, among other areas. While certain localities will experience a complete water supply shutdown once a week for 24 consecutive hours, several sectors in Ulwe and Dronagiri will receive water on alternate days.
The move is aimed at managing the available water resources and ensuring a planned distribution of water amid the growing gap between demand and supply.
Water Demand Exceeds Supply by 50 MLD
According to data from CIDCO's Water Supply Department, the authority receives approximately 311 million litres of water per day, against an estimated daily requirement of 361 million litres.
This leaves a shortfall of around 50 million litres per day, prompting CIDCO to introduce planned water distribution restrictions and ensure the careful utilisation of available water reserves.
The Maharashtra government had issued a government resolution on October 5, 2026, directing the concerned departments and water supply agencies to make planned use of available water resources.
The guidelines emphasised prioritising drinking water availability and preventing water wastage and leakage. Against this backdrop, CIDCO has introduced controlled water supply measures across areas under its jurisdiction.
Areas Facing 24-Hour Water Supply Shutdowns
CIDCO has scheduled weekly water supply shutdowns on different days for various localities, depending on water availability.
Kharghar and New Panvel East will face a 24-hour water supply shutdown every Monday.
On Tuesdays, the shutdown will apply to New Panvel West and designated sectors of Ulwe, including sectors 2, 3, 5, 6, 19, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25 and 25A. The affected areas will also include Gavhan, Kopar and Morave.
Kalamboli will face a 24-hour water supply shutdown every Wednesday.
Karanjade will experience its weekly water supply shutdown on Thursdays.
On Fridays, the restrictions will affect Taloja, Kalundre and Kamothe, where water supply will remain suspended for 24 hours.
The shutdown schedule is based on information published on November 2 and 3, 2026, regarding CIDCO's water cut arrangements.
Ulwe and Dronagiri to Receive Water on Alternate Days
Apart from the weekly shutdowns, alternate-day water supply arrangements have been introduced in several parts of Ulwe and Dronagiri.
In Ulwe, the affected areas include sectors 8, 9, 10B, 15C, 16, 17 and 18. Shelkhar, Bamandongri, Nhava, Shivajinagar and Nhava Bay will also receive water on alternate days.
In Dronagiri, the restrictions will cover sectors 1, 2, 11, 12, 15, 30, 47, 48, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54 and 55.
The arrangement will also extend to Dhatum, Bhendkhal, Pagote, Funde, Navghar, Navghar Pada, Bokadvira and Kunde.
Residents should note that certain other sectors in Ulwe will separately face the Tuesday weekly shutdown. They have been advised to confirm the applicable water supply schedule for their respective sectors and housing societies.
Kharghar and Taloja Already Facing Water Supply Issues
The impact of the water shortage has already been reported in rapidly developing residential areas such as Kharghar and Taloja.
The estimated water requirement for these two areas is approximately 104 million litres per day. Residents of some housing societies have complained about low water pressure and inadequate supply.
CIDCO receives water for Kharghar and Taloja from Hetawane Dam, the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation and the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation.
According to published information, the supply received by CIDCO from the municipal corporation for Kharghar, Taloja and Kamothe has also declined.
The widening gap between demand and available water has emerged as a major challenge for the administration.
In Dronagiri, water shortages have also forced some housing societies to depend on private water tankers, potentially adding to the financial burden on families and residential communities.
However, the severity of the shortage is not uniform across all areas and will depend on the local water supply arrangements.
CIDCO Appeals to Residents to Conserve Water
CIDCO has appealed to residents to use drinking water only as required and avoid unnecessary consumption.
The authority has advised people not to use drinking water for washing vehicles and to ensure that household water tanks are not overfilled, preventing water from overflowing.
Residents have also been asked to immediately repair leaks in taps, pipelines and water tanks, maintain adequate storage according to water availability, and use water judiciously for cleaning and other household activities.
CIDCO has warned that misuse of drinking water could invite punitive action.
Water Cut to Continue Until Further Orders
The 15 per cent water cut will remain in force until further orders. No specific end date has been announced for the restrictions.
The situation may be reviewed depending on water reserves, demand and administrative directives, but the available information does not specify when the restrictions could be withdrawn.
For residents across Navi Mumbai, the immediate priority is to check the water supply schedule applicable to their locality and plan household requirements accordingly.
Housing societies in the affected sectors of Ulwe and Dronagiri, in particular, will need to organise their daily water use according to the alternate-day supply arrangements.
CIDCO's decision is a precautionary measure to address the possibility of a water crisis. However, the 15 per cent cut, weekly 24-hour shutdowns and alternate-day supply arrangements are expected to affect residents' daily routines, making responsible water use and adherence to local supply schedules essential.
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