PMC resumes removing dumping in riverbeds amid agitation
Hindustan TimesThe issue of debris dumping in riverbeds and nullahs has resurfaced in the city, with elected representatives raising concerns over the administration’s failure to curb the practice. Similar activities have also been observed at a nallah near Mrutyunjayeshwar Temple in Kothrud. Bharatiya Janata Party leader Sandip Khardekar highlighted the issue and appealed to PMC commissioner to take immediate action. Strict action will be taken against those responsible for dumping debris into water bodies,” he said Shiv Sena leaders Sanjay More and Gajanan Thurkude staged an agitation and later met Bhosale over the issue. Encroachments were the primary cause of these floods, yet similar mistakes are being repeated in areas like Sinhagad and Kothrud.” Shiv Sena leaders also alleged negligence by government officials.
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