Life Republic–Hinjawadi Water Crisis Moves to Bombay High Court as Residents Demand Urgent Action

Residents of Life Republic township in Hinjawadi have approached the Bombay High Court over severe, irregular water supply and mounting civic challenges.

Pune| December 15, 2025: The persistent water crisis at the Life Republic township in Hinjawadi has now reached the Bombay High Court, with residents seeking urgent judicial intervention to secure a reliable and sustainable water supply. The petition highlights months of irregular water availability, mounting dependence on private water tankers, and the absence of a long-term civic solution, despite the area’s rapid residential growth and high population density.

Life Republic is a large integrated township located near the Hinjawadi IT hub and is home to thousands of families, including IT professionals, working couples, senior citizens, and students. Residents say that daily life has become increasingly challenging due to unpredictable water supply schedules. In many cases, water is available only for a limited duration, forcing households to store water or rely on tankers to meet basic needs such as drinking, cooking, cleaning, and sanitation.

According to the petition submitted to the court, the tanker dependency has significantly increased household expenses, with maintenance costs rising sharply over the past few months. Residents claim that during peak summer periods, tanker availability becomes uncertain while prices rise steeply, leaving families with little choice but to pay higher rates to ensure minimum water access. Many have expressed concern that this situation disproportionately affects middle-class families who planned their finances assuming assured basic amenities.

The petition further alleges that the township was marketed as a well-planned residential project with adequate infrastructure, including water management systems. However, residents argue that the ground reality does not match these assurances. Despite repeated representations to concerned authorities and administrative offices, there has been no permanent or transparent plan to address the crisis, prompting residents to approach the judiciary as a last resort.

Urban planning experts note that the water crisis in Life Republic reflects a broader pattern seen across rapidly expanding areas around Hinjawadi. Residential development in the region has grown at a pace far faster than civic infrastructure expansion. In several pockets, water supply systems remain fragmented, with overdependence on groundwater extraction and private tankers, raising serious concerns about environmental sustainability and long-term water security.

Residents have also raised health and hygiene concerns, particularly for children, elderly citizens, and individuals with medical conditions. Irregular water supply disrupts daily routines and poses risks related to sanitation and cleanliness, especially in densely populated residential complexes. The lack of clear communication on water schedules and contingency planning has further intensified frustration among residents.

During the hearing, the court is expected to seek responses from relevant government departments, local authorities, and other stakeholders on the existing water supply mechanism, future infrastructure plans, and accountability for the current situation. Legal observers believe the case could become a significant reference point for similar townships facing civic infrastructure gaps, especially in peri-urban areas witnessing rapid growth.

Experts suggest that the outcome of this case could push for stricter scrutiny of large residential projects, ensuring that essential services such as water supply are fully operational before large-scale occupancy is permitted. They also stress the need for coordinated planning between civic authorities and developers to avoid repeating such crises in emerging urban corridors.

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