Bombay HC Calls for 60% Cut in Water Supply to Liquor Factories

The Bombay High Court has once again has given directions to the Maharashtra government to tackle the drought crisis.The Aurangabad Bench of the high court has called for a 60 per cent cut in water supply to liquor factories in 12 district of Maharashtra.

Another 50 per cent water cut has been ordered till May 10 and a 60 per cent water cut post that date.

The zonal commissioner is directed to take a further call on the water cut if needed, and inform the Aurangabad bench of the Bombay High Court.

The remarks came as several areas in Maharashtra are facing severe water crisis. Recently, water trains were sent to Latur.