06/06/2026
Mumbai could face a major water tanker crisis from June 7.
Water tanker operators have suspended services and taken their vehicles off the roads, protesting action linked to groundwater extraction and CGWA regulations. Operators say the rules are being enforced harshly, without proper consultation, putting their livelihood and Mumbai’s water supply chain at risk. This strike could directly impact housing societies, commercial buildings, construction sites, industries and many areas that depend on tanker water every day.
Their key demands are simple: stop coercive action immediately, form a joint committee with government officials, and allow tanker services to continue while a practical solution is found.
Now the big question is — will Mumbai get relief in time, or will this strike turn into a serious water crisis for the city?