Tulsi Lake Overflow: A Wet Season for Mumbai's Water Supply

With intense rain hitting Mumbai and its suburban areas, the Tulsi Lake, a key source of the city's water supply, has overflowed, according to a civic official's statement on Sunday.

Located in the Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Tulsi Lake began overflowing early on Saturday morning, marking almost a month later than the previous year. It is the third to reach capacity beyond the Tansa and Modak Sagar dams, following heavy rainfall in their catchments.

Although Tulsi is the smallest reservoir, delivering 18 million litres daily, it plays a critical role in Mumbai's water supply. Its overflow directs additional water into Vihar Lake, yet to reach full capacity, aiding urban water needs significantly.

(With inputs from agencies.)