PMC announces 24-hour water supply disruption in several Pune localities on April 17 for urgent pipeline repairs. Full list of affected areas and tips to prepare.
By Mrudula Narale | Pune | April 15, 2025
🚨 Water Alert, Pune! The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has announced a 24-hour water supply shutdown across several areas on Thursday, April 17, to carry out urgent pipeline maintenance and infrastructure upgrades.
This shutdown will impact thousands of residents in south-west Pune, with complete water cut from 8:00 AM on April 17 to 8:00 AM on April 18.
🔧 Why the Shutdown?
According to PMC’s Water Supply Department, the planned maintenance work is part of an ongoing project to upgrade aging pipelines, boost distribution efficiency, and prevent future breakdowns. Officials say this short-term inconvenience will result in long-term benefits.
📍 Affected Areas – Is Your Society on the List?
Residents in the following neighborhoods should brace for complete water cutoff:
- Nilgiri Chowk
- Chintamani Gyanpeeth to Trimurti Chowk
- Bharati Vidyapeeth
- Bharati Vihar
- Chandrabhaga Nagar
- Sawant Vihar & Sawant Garden
- Wonder City
- Kadam Plaza
- Nancy Garden
- Manik Moti
- Narayani Dham Complex
- Dattanagar & Santoshnagar
- Ambegaon Budruk & Gavthan
- Ambegaon Khurd
- Jambulwadi Road
- Dhabadi and surrounding sectors
⏰ Water Supply Disruption Schedule
| Date | Time | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, April 17 | 8:00 AM – 8:00 AM (next day) | Full water supply shutdown |
| Friday, April 18 | Morning to Evening | Gradual resumption with low pressure expected |
✅ What Should You Do Now?
PMC urges all residents to:
- Store enough water in advance (minimum 24 hours’ worth)
- Use stored water judiciously
- Avoid washing cars or using water for non-essential purposes
- Stay updated via PMC’s official channels or RWAs for any changes
💧 Will the Supply Resume Smoothly?
While the supply is expected to resume on Friday, April 18, many areas may face low pressure or delayed restoration. Civic officials have assured that water tankers will be deployed in case of emergency complaints during the transition period.
📣 PMC’s Statement
“This is a part of routine maintenance to strengthen Pune’s water network. We request citizens to cooperate and prepare in advance,” a PMC official said.
📌 In Summary
- When? April 17, 2025 – 24-hour shutdown
- Where? Key Ambegaon and Bharati Vidyapeeth sectors
- Why? Pipeline maintenance and infrastructure upgrade
- What to do? Store water, use wisely, expect delays in supply resumption
This scheduled maintenance is a part of PMC’s modernization efforts to provide uninterrupted and efficient water service in the future.
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