Thane, Oct. 26 -- Thane is preparing for possible water shortages over the coming year, with the municipal corporation drawing up a micro-level action plan that includes disconnecting illegal taps, GPS-tracking tankers, reviving public wells and stopping civic water supply to major infrastructure projects. The TMC currently receives 590 MLD against a demand of 640 MLD, leaving the city with a daily shortfall of 50 MLD. The plan follows a meeting held last week by municipal commissioner Saurabh Rao with department heads and assistant commissioners of all ward committees. Officials have been directed to assess local water sources, supply networks and potential problem areas, and prepare action plans with reviews every 15 days until June 30, 2027. "Our priority is to anticipate problems in supply, make distribution more effective and ensure citizens face the least inconvenience," Rao said. He added that residents in areas where water zoning is introduced would be informed in advance so they could plan their household use. The TMC will form squads in every ward committee to identify and disconnect illegal water connections. Cases will be registered against plumbers allegedly involved in facilitating water theft. Assistant commissioners will provide staff and security guards, with police assistance where required. Valve operators will also be monitored, and those who have worked in the same area for a long time will be transferred....