Mumbai, Dec 11: The BMC has initiated the tender process to restore 17 historic pyaavs, Mumbai’s century-old drinking water fountains. Built in the 18th and 19th centuries near gardens, markets and trading hubs, these fountains once provided vital public water access for people and animals.

Pyaavs Reflect Mumbai’s Cultural and Architectural Heritage

Unlike modern taps, pyaavs were designed to dispense water continuously through spouts. Each fountain reflects Mumbai’s cultural and architectural heritage, with styles shaped by local materials such as limestone, basalt and malad. The restoration project aims to revive these structures while preserving the city’s rich history.

30 Heritage Pyaavs Identified; Restoration Idea First Proposed in 2018

Mumbai has 30 pyaavs listed as Grade-II an

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