Kutch district industries facing severe water scarcity leading to annual losses of Rs 12,000 crore. GWIL distributes only 80-90 MLD of water, much less than required 250 MLD. Proposal for sea water desalination plant stuck in government files. Industries affected include steel, textile, bromine manufacturing, chemical, power plants, and cement. Potential for India to become global leader in bromine production with adequate water supply.