Mumbai: The south-west monsoon reached Maharashtra on Thursday, bringing relief to the state where many parts are battling scorching heat and severe water scarcity.
India Meteorological Department (IMD) scientist Sunil Kamble said the monsoon has reached Sindhudurg district in south Konkan and Sangli and Kolhapur in western Maharashtra.
He told that it is likely to reach Mumbai between June 9 and 10.
Many parts of Maharashtra are witnessing severe water shortage, a situation made worse by high temperatures.
According to official data, as of Thursday, water was being provided to 11,565 villages and hamlets in 34 districts through government and private tankers.
India Meteorological Department (IMD) scientist Sunil Kamble said the monsoon has reached Sindhudurg district in south Konkan and Sangli and Kolhapur in western Maharashtra.
He told that it is likely to reach Mumbai between June 9 and 10.
Many parts of Maharashtra are witnessing severe water shortage, a situation made worse by high temperatures.
According to official data, as of Thursday, water was being provided to 11,565 villages and hamlets in 34 districts through government and private tankers.
