Deputy CM Eknath Shinde Urges Faster Road Work for Pothole-Free Mumbai

Mumbai, 05 March 2025: Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has directed the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to expedite cement concrete road works across the city to achieve a pothole-free Mumbai. The BMC is currently undertaking cement concrete work on 700 km of roads, which will increase the total length of cement concrete roads in the city to 2,000 km upon completion.

Shinde emphasized the need to complete the ongoing projects promptly and instructed that necessary measures be taken to minimize inconvenience to citizens, especially during the upcoming monsoon season. He stressed the importance of proper planning and execution to avoid disruptions in traffic and public movement.

Additionally, the Deputy Chief Minister suggested the construction of a helipad on the Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj Coastal Road to enhance connectivity and emergency response capabilities. The proposal is under consideration as part of broader infrastructure development efforts in Mumbai.