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The TMC is already facing accusations of overspending on the theme park and we do not need any such largesse at the expense of the taxpayers’ money,” said BJP corporator Milind Patankar. Thane: The Thane Municipal Corporation’s (TMC) proposal to build a multi-storey recreation centre for senior citizens in Hazuri was greeted by protests from the opposition corporators during the general body on Monday.The proposal, estimated to cost Rs 3.78 crore, triggered a debate as elected representatives claimed that the amount seemed inflated.The TMC had proposed to construct a four-storey recreation centre after suggestions by guardian minister Eknath Shinde and corporator Vikas Repale.The TMC identified a 402 square meter plot for this facility, which would include indoor gymnasiums and yoga centre among others.The civic body proposed to spend Rs 3.78 crore for the same over the next two years and sought the nod from general body.The TMC has assured of complete details in the next general body meeting.“The rates work out to Rs 95,000 per square feet, which is nearly three times more than the approved rates in the ready reckoner..