As temperatures rise, a Delhi neighbourhood grapples with water crisis

As temperatures rise in Delhi, residents across several sectors of Dwarka are once again grappling with water shortages. From Sector 6 to Sector 12, apartment complexes are reporting supply disruptions, with Sector 10 among the worst affected.

Some housing societies have already ordered five private water tankers in just one week. At DMP Apartments, residents have spent nearly Rs 25,000 on water so far. In societies where the crisis began in March, expenses have reportedly crossed Rs 1 lakh.

Delhi’s Summer Action Plan 2026 appears to have done little to prevent the annual shortage. According to the Delhi Economic Survey 2025–26, the Delhi Jal Board estimates that the city now needs 1,250 million gallons of water per day, while supply falls short by about 250 MGD.

Nakul Kumar Narula, secretary of Pacific Apartments, said the shortage began in early April, forcing the society to rely on three private tankers every week and ask residents to cut back on water use.

At Vinayak Apartments, manager Akhilesh Yadav said even booking a tanker is a lengthy process involving approvals, cash deposits, and multiple visits to government offices before water is finally delivered.

We have sent our questions to the Delhi Jal Board and will update this story when we receive a response.

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