Navi Mumbai, October 21, 2026: The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) is planning to replace a 35-year-old water reservoir in Koparkhairane’s Sector 23 with new water storage infrastructure aimed at improving supply and water pressure in nearby residential areas.
The existing elevated water tank was built during the CIDCO era and had a capacity of 2.5 million litres. A structural assessment conducted through IIT Bombay reportedly found that the tank had weakened and could not be repaired, prompting a recommendation to remove it and construct new facilities.
₹11 Crore Project Proposed to Improve Water Supply
The proposed project is estimated to cost approximately ₹11.06 crore, including GST. It includes a ground-level reservoir with a capacity of 0.75 million litres and a new elevated tank with a capacity of 1.1 million litres.
The development plan also includes a pump house, an operator room, pipelines of different diameters and the installation of valves. These facilities are intended to strengthen local water storage and distribution infrastructure.
Residents of Sectors 22 and 23 Face Low Water Pressure
At present, water is supplied to Koparkhairane’s Sectors 22 and 23 through a boosting system connected to Sector 18. Residents in housing societies at the far end of the distribution network have reportedly faced low water pressure and insufficient supply, leading to repeated complaints.
The new infrastructure is planned as a long-term measure to address these distribution challenges and improve the reliability of water supply for residents.
Work Expected to Take 10 Months
The project’s tender has an estimated base value of approximately ₹9.37 crore. After adding 18 per cent GST, the total projected expenditure comes to around ₹11.06 crore.
Administrative approval has already been granted, while the proposal for financial approval is scheduled to be placed before the NMMC Standing Committee on October 22, 2026. If the necessary approval and subsequent implementation proceed as planned, the work is expected to take 10 months, excluding the monsoon period.
The project is expected to strengthen Koparkhairane’s water infrastructure. Its eventual impact on residents will depend on timely execution and the effective integration of the new tanks with the existing distribution network.
