Mumbai Water Woes End: 'Game-Changer' Tunnel Project Gets CRZ Nod, Work Accelerates

• A major hurdle for Mumbai's water supply has been cleared with CRZ permission granted for a 7 km stretch of the Yewai-Mulund water tunnel project.
• The 21 km underground water tunnel, from Yewai Reservoir to Mulund, aims to provide a secure and alternative water supply system for Mumbai.
• The 7 km section from Kasheli to Mulund, previously stalled due to mangrove issues, can now proceed rapidly.
• Currently, Mumbai receives 200 crore liters of water daily from Bhatsa valley, processed at Panjrapur and Bhandup Complex plants.
• The new tunnels will primarily transport water, reserving existing surface pipelines for emergencies, enhancing supply security.

Why It Matters: Mumbai's critical underground water tunnel project receives CRZ clearance, ensuring accelerated work and stable water supply.