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Surat: Irrigation department and Ukai dam authorities had ensured that there was sufficient water in the reservoir for drinking purposes in the city during the months of April, May and June. The remaining water would be reserved for drinking purposes and will be supplied to Surat Municipal Corporation and nagarpalikas,” said Sandip Mahakal, superintendent engineer, Surat irrigation.He added, “There should not be any problem of drinking water until July. “We will be supplying about 450 MCM of water for irrigation in April and May. The demand for water goes up to 1,300 MLD in summer months. The water level in the dam was now at 295.21 feet and it could go empty if there is delay in the arrival of monsoon, sources said..