India, March 5 -- Uran is once again facing a major water shortage with the water stock in the Ransai dam, that supplies water to the region, depleting. With the region already facing a two-day water cut (Tuesday and Friday), authorities are appealing to the residents to conserve water to avoid further cuts to ensure the supply lasts till the monsoon.

The water needs of the region are catered to by the Ransai dam, owned by the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC). Built in 1971, its height is 120 ft, but the maximum level at which water can be stored is 116.5 ft, following which the dam overflows. The level has now dropped to 102.9 ft, which means the water supply will suffice only till June. Hence, MIDC IS opting for wa...