Metro India News | Hyderabad 

Hyderabad’s intensifying water crisis saw a surprising yet welcome reprieve this May, thanks to unseasonal rainfall and improved supply management. The first week of May brought unexpected showers that significantly reduced the city's dependence on water tankers, bringing relief to both officials and residents.

In April 2025, Hyderabad witnessed over 3 lakh tanker trips, a sharp rise from 2.83 lakh in March. Daily bookings had peaked at around 9,000 and were projected to cross 12,000 in May. However, the unexpected rains brought that figure down to nearly 7,000 trips a day.

Officials from the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply & Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) attributed the decline not only to the timely rainfall but also to proactive measures. These included expanding tanker filling stations, streamlining delivery routes, and enhancing logistics, which collectively improved system efficiency and reduced stress.

Several neighbourhoods continued to see high demand, including Durgam Cheruvu—accounting for nearly 20% of the city’s tanker deliveries—along with areas like S.R. Nagar, Kukatpally, Manikonda, and Nizampet. Despite the drop, western Hyderabad localities such as Gachibowli, Kondapur, Miyapur, and Pragathi Nagar still depend heavily on tanker services. In contrast, the Old City remained relatively unaffected, thanks to stronger groundwater reserves and reduced tanker reliance.

While the rainfall has offered temporary relief, HMWSSB reiterated the importance of long-term water conservation. The board urged citizens to adopt sustainable practices, including rainwater harvesting and responsible usage, to ensure resilience against future shortages.