India, June 29 -- After the implementation of alternate-day water supply in the city around a fortnight ago, the demand for plastic water tanks has almost doubled, with citizens purchasing tanks ranging from 100 litres to 1,000 litres depending on their requirements and available space at home.

Water tank sellers said they have been receiving several inquiries every day, with people from different sections of society purchasing tanks. The most in-demand capacity is between 200 and 300 litres, they said.

A tank seller said his sale has gone up by double from four to five daily to eight to nine.

Darshan Lodha, distributor, Paras Water Tanks from Gultekadi market area, said, "The demand for water tanks increased suddenly due to the water ...