India, May 4 -- In a renewed effort to boost Mumbai's water supply, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is preparing to float a fresh tender for its long-delayed desalination plant in Manori-its third attempt after two earlier rounds failed to attract adequate bids. The proposed plant is expected to supply 200 million litres per day (MLD) of potable water in its first phase.

The Rs.3,500-crore project has seen sluggish progress since the tendering process began in December 2023. The most recent bid, cancelled in August 2024, drew a tepid response despite multiple deadline extensions. BMC officials confirmed that a consultant is currently revising the tender conditions to make the upcoming bid more viable and attractive to potent...