In a major embarrassment for Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC), municipal commissioner Saurabh Rao has rolled back a controversial proposal to snap water supply to all newly constructed and occupied buildings in the city, following a backlash from the developer community and prospective homebuyers. The Thane Municipal Corporation has revised its 10% weekly water cut, moving it from Wednesdays to Mondays starting November 2, 2026, to conserve water amidst El Niño concerns.This mandatory.