Rainwater harvesting must to get new water, drainage lines in old buildings in Maharashtra
Maharashtra has mandated rainwater harvesting and waste management systems for new water and drainage connections in old buildings. Pune Municipal Corporation will form a special team to oversee compliance, which affects 80 to 100 connections monthly, benefiting 3,000 to 5,000 users. Property owners must submit structural stability certificates and undergo site inspections to ensure safety before connections are approved.