Marathwada reels under water shortage as heat intensifies

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

Rising temperatures have worsened water scarcity in rural Marathwada, especially in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. With over a month left for the monsoon, the region is increasingly dependent on water tankers for daily needs.

A total of 184 tankers are supplying water in the region. Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar alone accounts for 135 tankers, covering 93 villages and 12 hamlets. Jalna follows with 47 tankers, while Nanded receives water from 2 tankers.

Wells acquired to meet demand

To tackle the crisis, administrations have acquired 206 private wells for tanker use. Sub-divisional officers are overseeing the supply in affected areas.

District-wise Tanker and Well Data

District

Tankers

Wells Acquired

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

135

78

Jalna

47

42

Hingoli

44

Nanded

2

36

Beed

3

Latur

1

Dharashiv

2

Total

184

206