Maharashtra Govt Sanctions Land for Gadchiroli Sewage Treatment Plant Maharashtra’s government has approved the transfer of 2.04 hectares of state land in Gadchiroli for the construction of a sewage treatment plant (STP) under the AMRUT scheme, resolving a long-standing obstacle in the city’s wastewater management project. The decision was prompted by directives from Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, following which Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule sanctioned the proposal to allocate land from Survey No. 48 at Mouza Gadchiroli to the Gadchiroli Municipal Council on an occupancy basis. A government resolution issued by the Revenue and Forest Department outlined that the land transfer would occur after the recovery of the prescribed value under the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code. The STP is part of the AMRUT (Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation) initiative, which aims to expand urban infrastructure and civic amenities across the state. Authorities emphasized that the project will address persistent issues of untreated wastewater discharge and support urban development in Gadchiroli. The approval comes with several conditions. The allocated land can be used exclusively for the STP project and cannot be diverted for any other purpose. The municipal council is required to obtain all necessary permissions from planning authorities and comply with environmental regulations and statutory clearances before project execution. Additionally, the government retains the right to reclaim the land in case of violations or misuse of the allotted property. Officials from the Revenue Department stated that the state is committed to expediting administrative procedures for public welfare infrastructure projects to ensure timely implementation.#devendra_fadnavis #maharashtra_govt #chandrashekhar_bawankule #gadchiroli_municipal_council #amrut_scheme
VIP Roads Of Civil Lines Fall Prey To Poor Restoration Nagpur: Nearly two years after the civic administration intensified efforts to penalize contractors for subpar road restoration following pipeline works, the issue has resurfaced in the city’s Civil Lines locality. This area, known for its high-profile status as a VVIP zone housing government colonies and frequent traffic of senior officials, has seen roads left in disrepair after projects under the Amrut scheme. Potholes, uneven surfaces, and loose gravel have turned key stretches into accident-prone zones, particularly as the monsoon season approaches. The affected roads include areas such as Ahimsa Square to Japanese Garden Square, Ravi Nagar Government Colony, WCL Square to Mother Dairy, and Rifle Road. Corporator Abhijit Jha highlighted that contractors had merely dumped gravel and abandoned sites without proper resurfacing, leaving roads hazardous for commuters. The situation has drawn attention due to repeated warnings from former municipal commissioner Abhijeet Chaudhari, who in June 2024 had ordered penalties against agencies failing to restore roads to standard. His directives followed complaints and an accident involving a two-wheeler rider skidding on a poorly restored stretch. Residents and citizens have also blamed the Public Health Engineering (PHE) department for its role in the oversight. Despite a history of complaints, penalties, and directives from the municipal administration, the PHE department has allegedly failed to ensure compliance with civic norms. During pre-monsoon showers, water has accumulated in dug-up patches, increasing the risk of skidding, especially for two-wheeler riders. Senior citizens, women, and pedestrians face heightened dangers as navigating damaged roads becomes increasingly difficult.#monsoon_season #civil_lines #abhijit_jha #amrut_scheme #public_health_engineering
