HMWSSB plans to reduce Manjeera water supply by 10 MGD from December as reservoir levels decline ahead of summer. The Board is monitoring Singur and Manjeera storage, operating emergency pumps and advising institutions to use alternative water sources where available
Telangana plans to supply Hyderabad with an additional 20 MGD of drinking water from Mallannasagar reservoir from November. Chief Secretary Sanjay Jaju also outlined conservation measures, alternative supplies for four districts and plans to prevent drinking water wastage across Greater Hyderabad
Groundwater depths vary widely across Hyderabad district, from 1.32 metres below ground level in Aliabad to 34.99 metres near Ameerpet. Official data also shows water levels rose in 83 per cent of monitored wells between May and September 2026.
HMWSSB Managing Director K Ashok Reddy said Hyderabad is unlikely to face water shortages this summer, with adequate supply levels except at Singur. The Water Board has ramped up tanker operations and alternative pumping arrangements to meet rising demand.
Groundwater levels across Hyderabad are falling sharply even before peak summer. Tanker demand is rising and borewells are under stress. Here’s what the latest data means for residents this summer.
Hyderabad and Sangareddy may face drinking water shortages as Singur dam storage is limited to 16.5 TMCft following safety warnings. With a 13 TMCft deficit, officials seek alternative sources and Rs 16.5 crore for urgent repairs
