India, June 4 -- To address the widening gap between Mumbai's water demand and supply, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has proposed a series of major water infrastructure projects. They include new treatment plants, pumping stations, pipelines and desalination facilities. The civic administration has also sought approval to appoint consultants for several key assignments.

This was included in a presentation made by the administration to the civic standing committee on Wednesday. According to the proposal, Mumbai requires 4,665 million litres per day (MLD) but receives only 4,100 MLD, a shortfall of 565 MLD.

By 2041, the city's projected demand is expected to rise to 6,424 MLD, prompting the civic administration to plan for ...