Tulsi Lake Overflows Amidst Intense Rainfall: BMC Issues Alert

Tulsi Lake in Mumbai began overflowing due to continued heavy rains. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation reported this development along with a considerable rise in water levels across the city’s other lakes. The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for intense rainfall over Mumbai and nearby districts.

On Saturday evening, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) announced the overflowing of Tulsi Lake, one of Mumbai's key water sources, at 6:45 PM. The lake, located within the Sanjay Gandhi National Park and connected to the Bhandup Water Treatment Complex, reached its maximum storage limit of 804.60 crore litres.

This occurrence comes a month after Tulsi Lake last overflowed in July 2024. Currently, the collective stock of the seven critical lakes supplying Mumbai, including Bhatsa, Vaitarna, and others, stands at 90.16% of their overall capacity, according to BMC's figures from 6:00 AM.

Heavy rains driven by the ongoing monsoon have bolstered the city's water reserves, ensuring a robust supply. Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert across several districts, predicting moderate to intense rain spells. Consequently, Mumbai experienced severe waterlogging in various areas, including Gandhi Nagar and Sion Railway Station.