Groundwater levels in western Hyderabad have dropped sharply, leading to a surge in water tanker demand. Areas like Gachibowli and Madhapur are most affected. Authorities link the crisis to rapid construction and are promoting rainwater harvesting solutions.
Water tanker bookings have surged across Hyderabad even before summer, especially in western areas and IT hubs, as groundwater levels fall. While HMWSSB ramps up supply, private operators are charging nearly double official rates to meet rising demand.
Water tanker bookings in Hyderabad have surged by 36 per cent due to poor rainfall. HMWSSB held an emergency meeting to handle rising demand. CM Revanth Reddy warned of higher tanker rates for homes without rainwater harvesting pits within ORR limits.
