Mumbai's Pothole-Free Promise: A Race Against the Clock Before Ganesh Festival

Ahead of the Ganesh festival, Maharashtra ministers announced that Mumbai's roads will be pothole-free. With 8,000 complaints logged, major preparations involve using advanced repair techniques to ensure smooth travel. A timeline of three days has been set for city authorities to address the pothole issues effectively.

Devdiscourse News Desk | Mumbai | Updated: 22-08-2025 17:16 IST | Created: 22-08-2025 17:16 IST

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Mumbai aims to rid its roads of potholes in time for the Ganesh festival on August 27, according to assurances made by BJP ministers. The announcement comes after 8,000 complaints were raised regarding potholes in the city.

Minister Ashish Shelar revealed that directives were given to local agencies to address all potholes within a three-day window. This push involves multiple bodies like the BMC, MSRDC, and MMRDA.

Mumbais' efforts will use 'mastic asphalt technology' for repairs, deemed more effective, with a particular focus on flyovers to reduce congestion. Failure of the MSRDC to comply swiftly will result in the BMC stepping in to complete the repairs.

(With inputs from agencies.)