Water levels across Maharashtra’s dams are higher than last year, offering a measure of relief ahead of the summer months. However, the state government has urged caution, warning that the potential impact of El Nino could disrupt rainfall patterns and strain supplies in the coming months.

Data presented at a state cabinet meeting on Wednesday showed that total water storage in dams currently stands at 653.63 TMC (Thousand Million Cubic Feet). This is an increase of 101.77 TMC compared to the same period last year, when storage levels were recorded at 551.86 TMC.