India, March 13 -- The Noida and Greater Noida authorities have taken measures to ensure uninterrupted water supply on Holi, officials said Wednesday. The Noida authority's water works department has increased water supply for the festival on Friday, while Greater Noida has scheduled multiple supply slots and emergency tanker services.

RP Singh, general manager of the Noida authority's water works department, said, "On Friday, we have directed the staff to supply 420 million litres daily (mld) so that residents celebrate Holi without discomfort due to water shortages. On normal days, we supply 320mld for two hours in the morning and evening. On Holi, water will also be supplied for two hours in the afternoon." The authority has also comm...