Thane: Thane district Collector Ashwini said Konkan Divisional Commissioner has directed Revenue officials for requisition of wells in their jurisdiction in order to meet the current water crisis.

Joshi on launched Jal Jagruti public awareness programme in Thane said officials have been directed to carry out requisition of wells in the division. "After the requisition, including private wells, desilting and repair works of the wells would be undertaken and its water will be used for various purposes other than drinking," she said.