With no perennial water source in the vicinity of the city, Chennai is primarily dependent on rainfall for its water supply. Water shortages and droughts have always been a part of its history. Ensuring uninterrupted water supply is vital for the viability of the dense industrial cluster of Chennai. The total industrial demand is around 100 MLD which is presently met from surface water and desalination. While the water sources remain constant, the demand has been steadily rising. The demand supply gap is 300 to 400 MLD (millions of litre/day)... Read More