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NMC seeks additional Rs70 crore for flood rehabilitation works

Nagpur: Facing a cash crunch in the middle of critical post-flood rehabilitation initiatives, the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has sought an additional Rs70.26 crore from the state govt to complete vital infrastructure repairs. In a formal proposal submitted to the district administration, municipal commissioner Abhijeet Chaudhari urged swift financial assistance to settle pending contractor dues and finish ongoing projects before the onset of the monsoon. The city witnessed devastating flash floods on September 22, 2023, causing large-scale damage to basic infrastructure, including roads, river retaining walls, and drainage systems. In the aftermath, NMC had sought Rs234.21 crore from govt for restoration and repair works. Based on evaluations by senior authorities, the state sanctioned Rs204.72 crore — Rs41.48 crore for road repair works and Rs163.23 crore for reconstructing damaged retaining walls along the Nag, Pili, and Pora rivers. Of the grants received so far, NMC has utilised Rs19.07 crore for rebuilding battered roads and Rs66.60 crore for river protection structures. According to civic officials, the entire Rs86.63 crore disbursed to date was fully spent, with utilisation certificates already submitted to govt. Despite this, a major portion of the sanctioned works — amounting to Rs154.42 crore through issued work orders — remains incomplete due to a shortfall of funds. Civic officials stated that the remaining Rs70.26 crore is crucial to prevent project halts, ensure timely payments to contractors, and fortify the city's defences against another potential flooding incident. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 10 Mysterious Photos That Cannot Be Explained True Edition Undo NMC emphasised that any delay in funding could severely impact public safety, especially in low-lying areas vulnerable to flooding during heavy rains. The municipal commissioner underlined that prompt release of the requested funds would not only expedite completion of repair and rebuilding works but also help in enhancing the city's flood resilience ahead of the next monsoon season. The civic body, already grappling with manpower and budgetary constraints, considers flood rehabilitation a top priority in 2025-26. Officials pointed out that unfinished works in riverfront protection and road repair could expose large sections of the city to fresh flooding risks if ignored. The proposal is currently under review by the district administration, which is expected to forward its recommendations to the state revenue and forest department for expeditious approval.