# Netas slam Thane Ring Metro authorities over late public consultation 2026-08-13T23:02:06+00:00 | Governance | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet BJP MLA Sanjay Kelkar has criticised Maha-Metro for seeking public objections only after work on the Thane Ring Metro project began, questioning why citizens were not consulted before crucial approvals. The meeting, held a week after Deputy CM Eknath Shinde directed outreach, drew residents from Hiranandani Estate, Chendani Koliwada, Upvan, and citizen group Wake Up Thanekar. Kelkar said even a four-month delay is acceptable if it ensures minimum disruption. The Thane NCP has demanded a halt to work and a mayor-led review committee within 45, 60 days, arguing that public funds must not be committed without examining route, displacement, and future transport needs. Wake Up Thanekar has urged a freeze on the Ring Metro until the Metro 4 line and other highway projects are operational. ## Coverage - timesofindia.indiatimes.com Tags: citizen opposition, displacement, infrastructure, Maha-Metro, public consultation, Thane Ring Metro Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/netas-slam-thane-ring-metro-authorities-over-late-public-consultation/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/netas-slam-thane-ring-metro-authorities-over-late-public-consultation/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.