Thane Water Crisis: Barvi Dam Storage Falls Behind Last Years Level Despite Above-Average Monsoon Rainfall

Thane district received 1,142.8 mm of rainfall by July 13—265.1 mm more than last year—yet Barvi Dam is only 49% full compared to 73% a year ago.

A recent four-to-five-day dry spell has slowed water inflow into Barvi Dam, halting progress from a 22% capacity to 49%.

Barvi Dam supplies water to Thane, Kalyan-Dombivli, Mira-Bhayandar, Bhiwandi, Ulhasnagar, and Ambernath.

Farmers who began sowing after last week's rains risk double sowing if dry conditions persist due to feared El Niño impacts.

Authorities warn that tighter water distribution protocols may be required if heavy rains do not resume.