Infrastructure

Nashik Civic Body to Launch Drive to Check Rainwater Harvesting Systems

  • by- Zaid
  • Apr 18, 2026
The Nashik Municipal Corporation will soon launch an inspection drive to ensure that rainwater harvesting systems are functional across the city.
Nashik Civic Body to Launch Drive to Check Rainwater Harvesting Systems

Nashik, April 18: As per existing regulations, installation of rainwater harvesting systems is mandatory for all residential and commercial buildings constructed on plots measuring 500 sqm or more.

Key Directives

  • Mayor Himgauri Aher instructed officials to review implementation of rainwater harvesting measures

  • Penal action to be considered against building owners found violating norms

  • Incentives for citizens who report instances of non-compliance

  • Concessions and incentives for buildings that voluntarily install rainwater harvesting systems

  • All government buildings and offices must have functional systems before monsoon onset

Penalties & Incentives

  • Non-functional systems: Heavy fines

  • Voluntary installation: Possible property tax incentives

Previous Drive (2019)

  • Over 60 buildings identified with non-functional systems

  • Fines of ₹1,000 imposed on each

  • Drive suspended for over two years due to Covid-19 (2020-2021)

Environmental Perspective

Environmental activist Rajesh Pandit said: "Last year, the monsoon began in May and continued till October-end. Despite good rainfall, the civic body had to deploy water tankers across the city. This highlights the importance of properly using rainwater harvesting systems to recharge groundwater."