Mumbai starts rationing its water supply after June rainfall falls to its lowest level in about 12 years, according to reporting from multiple outlets. The reduced monsoon performance is linked to lower reservoir inflows that feed the city’s water network, increasing pressure on available storage. Officials say the city is taking steps to stretch supplies while monitoring reservoir levels and ongoing rainfall forecasts. The rationing measures are described as an effort to manage demand and reduce wastage during a period when water availability is constrained. The coverage also frames the situation within the broader context of the monsoon season, noting that lower-than-usual rainfall can affect both short-term supply and longer-term reservoir replenishment. All accounts emphasize the dependence of Mumbai’s water system on monsoon rains and the impact of the recent rainfall deficit on planning and daily distribution.