Hyderabad water board readies emergency plan as Singur, Manjira inflows remain uncertain
The Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board is developing a comprehensive contingency plan to ensure water security amid uncertain inflows into the Singur and Manjira reservoirs. The plan includes infrastructure upgrades, tanker management, and potential water diversion from other major river systems.
Why it matters
Effective water management is critical for urban sustainability in regions facing climate-induced water scarcity and population growth.
To ensure uninterrupted drinking water supply under all circumstances, Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) managing director Ashok Reddy has directed officials to prepare a comprehensive contingency plan covering reservoir management, tanker operations, rainwater harvesting, consumer grievance redressal, sewerage maintenance and long-term infrastructure development.
The report focuses on administrative and technical planning without political bias.
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