Authorities in Maharashtra's Thane district have initiated the "Shivjal Surajya Abhiyan," a significant water conservation drive aimed at addressing the ongoing water scarcity issues in the Shahapur and Murbad talukas. The campaign, launched on December 10, 2024, seeks to make these regions free from tanker water supply dependency, as per PTI reports.

The primary focus of the initiative is to enhance the water supply and recharge groundwater resources through a series of strategic water conservation projects. According to PTI, a district-level committee has been formed to oversee and ensure the successful implementation of the campaign, which is slated to run until September 30, 2025. This comprehensive programme is expected to play a crucial role in alleviating the water crisis in these areas.