Two years after his initial promise, Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has reiterated his commitment to making Mumbai’s roads pothole-free within the next two years. Speaking at an event commemorating the late Nana Chudasama, former sheriff and distinguished jurist, Shinde assured citizens that the ongoing concretisation efforts will lead to significant improvements in the city’s road infrastructure.
Shinde highlighted the comprehensive deep-cleaning initiative that has already been implemented, noting its success in reducing pollution levels across Mumbai. He emphasised the importance of collaboration between the civic administration, the government, and the police in addressing the city’s traffic congestion issues. “Concretisation of roads in the entire city is being done. In the next two years, Mumbai will be pothole-free. The civic administration is working with the government and police to ease traffic congestion,” Shinde stated.
The Chief Minister also pointed out the positive impact of the newly opened coastal road, which has alleviated traffic congestion in South Mumbai, resulting in time, money, and fuel savings for commuters. He called upon private individuals and organisations to actively participate in the city’s development and beautification projects, emphasising that a collective effort would accelerate progress.
Shinde’s vision for Mumbai includes not only pothole-free roads but also cleaner beaches and improved urban aesthetics. He urged residents to support cleanliness drives and contribute to maintaining the metropolis’s cleanliness and beauty. The administration’s focus on infrastructural enhancements, such as road concretisation and traffic management, aligns with broader goals of sustainable urban development.
As the concretisation work progresses, Mumbai’s citizens are hopeful that the repeated assurances will translate into tangible improvements. The Chief Minister’s call for civic participation underscores the necessity of a united approach in addressing urban challenges. With sustained efforts and collaborative governance, Mumbai could witness a significant transformation in its road infrastructure and overall urban environment within the stipulated timeframe.
This renewed promise by CM Shinde not only aims to tackle the city’s notorious pothole problem but also reflects a broader agenda of enhancing the quality of life for Mumbai’s residents through strategic infrastructural and environmental initiatives.
