Delhi Jal Board has announced a temporary water supply disruption on April 8 and 9 due to maintenance work. PC: PTI)Manvender Vashist Lav

Delhi water supply disruption April 8–9: Check affected areas

Delhi Jal Board has announced a temporary water supply disruption on April 8 and 9 due to maintenance work. Several areas will face low supply or no water. Residents are advised to store water in advance and check tanker services.

by · India Today

In Short

  • Water supply disruption scheduled on April 8 and 9 in Delhi
  • Maintenance includes flushing underground reservoirs and booster pumps
  • Affected areas include Sultanpuri, Rohini pockets, and several villages

The Delhi Jal Board (DJB) has announced a temporary disruption in water supply across several areas in Delhi on April 8 and 9, 2026. The shutdown is due to scheduled maintenance work, including flushing of underground reservoirs and booster pumping stations.

According to the Delhi Jal Board, the disruption is part of its annual maintenance program.

This includes

  • Cleaning and flushing of underground reservoirs
  • Maintenance of booster pumping stations
  • Ensuring improved water quality and system efficiency

AREAS AFFECTED ON APRIL 8, 2026

Residents in the following areas may face low pressure or no water supply:

  • Sultanpuri (80 Gaj)
  • Sector-3 Pocket-H, Sector-33 Rohini
  • Harijan Basti
  • Nizam Pur Village
  • Indra Jheel Colony
  • Garhi Randhala Village
  • Sector-3 Pocket-F, Sector-25 Rohini

AREAS AFFECTED ON APRIL 9, 2026

Water supply disruption will continue in these areas:

  • Sultanpuri (80 Gaj)
  • Harijan Basti
  • Indra Jheel Colony
  • Sector-4 Pocket B-6, Rohini
  • Sector-4 Pocket B-8, Rohini
  • Avantika Enclave
  • Majra Village and nearby areas
  • Kirari Village
  • Prem Nagar
  • Aman Vihar
  • Nithari Village
  • Mubarakpur
  • Karala Village

ADVISORY FOR RESIDENTS

The Delhi Jal Board has advised residents to:

  • Store sufficient water in advance
  • Use water judiciously during the disruption period
  • Stay updated with official announcements

WATER TANKER SERVICES AND HELPLINE NUMBERS

To manage the situation, water tankers will be available on request. Residents can contact:

  • Central Control Room: 1916
  • Toll-Free Numbers: 23527679, 23538495
  • Mangolpuri OHT: 27294132, 27915531

WHAT THIS MEANS FOR DELHI RESIDENTS

Such planned disruptions are essential for maintaining the city’s water infrastructure. While it may cause temporary inconvenience, these upgrades help ensure:

  • Better water quality
  • Efficient distribution systems
  • Long-term reliability of supply

Residents in affected areas should stay prepared for temporary water shortages on April 8 and 9. With tanker services and helplines in place, the Delhi Jal Board aims to minimise inconvenience during the maintenance period.

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