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Science

Indore Gears Up For Summer Water Shortage As Mayor Orders Ward-Wise Master Plan, Special Focus On 'Red Zones'

Reported by The Free Press Journal 13 Oct 2026, 4:08 am IST 1 min read

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Indore Municipal Corporation is preparing a ward-wise water master plan to prevent drinking water shortages next summer following below-normal rainfall. Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargav directed officials to identify vulnerable red zones, inspect pipelines, borewells and hydrants, ensure tanker availability and conduct weekly reviews to address supply disruptions before peak demand.

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Story file

Section: Science
Topics: Weather & monsoon
Places: Madhya Pradesh
First reported by: The Free Press Journal
Reporter: staff reporter
Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026, 4:08 am IST
Coverage: One outlet so far

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