Key Takeaways

  • Muzaffarpur water supply projects are being fast‑tracked.
  • A ₹183 crore drainage project has stalled for six years.
  • The Bihar Jal Jeevan Mission is expanding tap water access.
  • Muzaffarpur sanitation and Bihar sewage projects remain critical.
  • The Muzaffarpur municipal corporation has set strict deadlines.

The Current Situation

In October 2025, the Muzaffarpur municipal corporation ordered engineers and contractors to complete all pending Muzaffarpur water supply and drainage projects. Commissioner Vikram Virkar warned that delays would invite penalties.

Yet, despite this urgency, the ₹183 crore drainage plan launched six years ago remains incomplete. Land disputes and political hurdles have left the city vulnerable to flooding. Every monsoon, residents face the same Muzaffarpur water crisis, with waterlogging disrupting schools, markets, and hospitals.

Bihar Water Schemes and Jal Jeevan Mission

The Bihar Jal Jeevan Mission aims to provide tap water to every rural household by 2026. According to state data, over 1.8 crore households in Bihar have already been connected, but in Muzaffarpur, nearly 40% of families still depend on handpumps.

While Bihar water schemes are expanding, gaps in Bihar sewage projects and Muzaffarpur sanitation mean that clean water often mixes with untreated waste. Without integrated Bihar water management, the benefits of new pipelines will be limited.

Did You Know?

  • Muzaffarpur has faced chronic waterlogging for over three decades.
  • The stalled ₹183 crore drainage project was supposed to include new outlets and a sewage treatment plant.
  • Bihar Urban Infrastructure Development Corporation (BUIDCO) is the nodal agency for many urban water supply and drainage projects.

Looking Ahead

For Muzaffarpur, the path forward is clear: complete the drainage projects, expand urban water supply, and ensure clean water through better Bihar water management.

If the Jal Jeevan Mission targets are met and the sewage projects are revived, the city could finally overcome its long‑standing civic issues.

FAQs

What is the biggest challenge in Muzaffarpur’s water supply?

The biggest challenge is irregular urban water supply and stalled drainage projects, which cause contamination and shortages.

How much is being spent on drainage projects?

A ₹183 crore drainage project has been stuck for six years due to land disputes and political delays.

How does the Jal Jeevan Mission help Muzaffarpur?

It provides household tap connections, reducing dependence on handpumps and improving access to Muzaffarpur clean water.

Who is responsible for these projects?

The Muzaffarpur municipal corporation and BUIDCO oversee water supply and drainage projects, supported by state and central schemes.