Delhi CM directs DJB to run water treatment plants at peak capacity for summer

Gupta stated that the government has tightened monitoring at every level to maintain a smooth and balanced supply. All major WTPs were directed to operate at peak capacity. Areas facing water shortages were identified, with targeted arrangements put in place to bridge the gap. Coordination with Haryana was also emphasized to monitor ammonia levels in raw water and ensure uninterrupted plant operation, with a clear warning that negligence would invite strict action.

Gupta directed expediting the commissioning of the second 50 MGD water treatment plant in Dwarka and announced arrangements for around 1,210 water tankers to serve water-scarce areas such as Sangam Vihar, Matiala, Chhatarpur, Deoli, Tughlakabad, Palam, Bijwasan and Bawana. Detailed constituency-level planning included colony-wise supply schedules, tanker route plans, and resource deployment.

On May 4, 2026, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta chaired a meeting to review the city's water management plan for the summer months. She directed Delhi Jal Board officials to ensure maximum output at the city's water treatment plants (WTPs) and to operate them at peak capacity, while pursuing long-term solutions to recurring drinking water shortages. The meeting included a review of progress on key water-related projects and emphasized no lapse in supply or response during peak demand. It was noted that there are nine WTPs—Sonia Vihar, Bhagirathi, Chandrawal, Wazirabad, Haiderpur, Nangloi, Okhla, Bawana and Dwarka—that collectively produce around 900 MGD, with about 135 MGD supplied via tubewells; the number of operational tubewells had been increased from 5,834 to 6,200 under the summer action plan.

During the 2025-26 period, 172 km of old pipelines were replaced to enhance water supply and distribution.

As part of the summer action plan for 2025-26, 520 additional tube wells were installed to improve water availability.