Kolkata to build four booster pumping stations to solve Jadavpur-Tollygunge water crisis

The Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) has initiated plans to address the persistent drinking water issues in Jadavpur and Tollygunge by constructing four new booster pumping stations. These two areas have struggled with water supply shortages and poor water quality for years, affecting a large number of residents. The move to install booster pumping stations comes after sustained complaints from the local population and authorities seeking to improve the situation.

The construction of two booster pumping stations will begin today. One station will be located at Shibtala Maidan on East Santoshpur Road in Ward 103, while the other will be situated at Nazrul Park on Purachal Main Road in Ward 106. Both locations will also feature semi-underground reservoirs to aid in water storage and distribution. On January 10, the remaining two stations are set to begin construction. These will be located at Nehru Colony Children’s Park in Ward 97 and Jibanratan Dhar Smriti Udyan in Ward 100. These booster stations are part of KMC’s efforts to expand and improve the city’s water distribution network.

The planned booster pumping stations will cater to approximately 4 lakh residents in the Jadavpur, Tollygunge, and adjacent regions, areas that have historically faced challenges with water supply. The stations are expected to enhance the water pressure and distribution across these localities, helping to resolve water shortages, especially during peak demand periods. The addition of semi-underground reservoirs at each site will help improve the overall efficiency of water distribution by storing treated water and reducing the risk of supply interruptions.

In addition to the new booster stations, KMC is implementing broader infrastructure improvements aimed at increasing the city’s water supply capacity. A new water treatment plant, capable of processing 10 million gallons of water per day, is being built near Garia Dhalai Bridge. This new plant will supplement the existing treatment facilities and help meet the growing demand for clean drinking water in Kolkata. Furthermore, KMC is expanding the capacity of the Dhapa Joyhind Water Project, increasing its treatment capacity to 30 million gallons per day. The plant upgrades and expansion efforts are intended to provide a more reliable water source for the city.

The completion of these projects is expected to significantly improve water supply and quality across Jadavpur, Tollygunge, and other areas served by KMC. With an emphasis on sustainability and improving infrastructure, KMC aims to provide uninterrupted access to treated drinking water for millions of residents. These water supply initiatives are set to be completed by 2026, in time for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, with the booster pumping stations being one of the key measures to resolve the water crisis in these areas.