Water supply in several parts of Delhi is set to be disrupted on April 7 as the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) undertakes its annual maintenance work. The civic body has issued an advisory urging residents in affected areas to store adequate water in advance.
In an official statement explaining the reason behind the disruption, the DJB said on X, “Due to the annual flushing programme of underground reservoirs (UGR) and booster pumping stations, water supply will be affected on 06.04.2026 and 07.04.2026 in several areas of Delhi. Residents are advised to store adequate water in advance. We regret the inconvenience caused and thank you for your cooperation.”
What are the affected areas on April 7?
For April 7, the affected areas include Sultanpuri, Sector-3 Pocket-F (23 Rohini), Sector-3 Pocket-A-1 Rohini, Filling Point and Karala Village along with surrounding areas, Sec-3 Pocket-B (10 Rohini), and Sector-3 Pocket-C (12 Rohini).
Residents in these localities are advised to make necessary arrangements in advance to avoid inconvenience.
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The DJB has also advised residents to store sufficient water for daily needs, use water judiciously during the disruption period, and reach out to helpline services if required.
The disruption is expected to last for one day in each affected area, depending on the maintenance schedule. However, normal water supply may take some time to fully resume after the flushing process is completed.
Residents can seek assistance through the following helplines: Water Emergency Helpline (1916), Central Control Room (1916, 23527679, 23538495), and Mangolpuri OHT (27294132, 27915531).
