During an inspection visit to multiple locations in Mumbai, Eknath Shinde on Friday warned that strict action will be taken against officials who delay or neglect the crucial work
Eknath Shinde on Friday conducted an inspection of the ongoing drain cleaning works in Mumbai. Pic/Shinde's office
In preparation for the upcoming monsoon season, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has directed the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to complete all ongoing drain cleaning work in Mumbai and its suburbs by June 7, 2025.
Eknath Shinde on Friday conducted an inspection of the ongoing drain cleaning works in Mumbai and visited several areas in the city to check the progress of the works. Top BMC officials were also present at the sites during the deputy CM's visit.
During an inspection visit to multiple locations including Usha Nagar in Bhandup, Nehru Nagar Nalla in Wadala, and near T Junction in Dharavi, Eknath Shinde warned that strict action will be taken against officials who delay or neglect the crucial work.
He also ordered that all silt removed from drains must be disposed of at dumping grounds within 48 hours.
Eknath Shinde said, "Although the rains have started earlier this year, we are confident that all drain cleaning will be completed on time. Currently, 85 per cent of the major drains and 65 per cent of the minor drains have been cleaned. We still have 15 days to finish the rest."
For the first time, Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology and robots are being used in Mumbai’s drain cleaning operations. Robots are clearing waste from under railway culverts, while AI is helping monitor and manage the cleaning process.
Earlier, the Mumbai civic chief had mentioned that for the first time, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being used to monitor the desilting process--from silt extraction to weighing, transportation, and disposal. All recorded footage is being analysed by the AI system to ensure proper oversight.
The BMC has already installed 422 water pumps at flood-prone locations, set up 2 storage tanks, and activated 10 mini pumping stations to prevent waterlogging.
During the visit, Shinde was accompanied by former MLA Sada Sarvankar, MLA Tukaram Kate, former MP Rahul Shewale, Principal Secretary Naveen Sona, and senior BMC officials including Additional Municipal Commissioner Abhijit Bangar.
Eknath Shinde also inspected landslide-prone areas like Surya Nagar in Vikhroli, instructing authorities to install protective nets and relocate residents to safer places. Additionally, he visited Kasarwadi in Dadar to review civic facilities such as the Hinduhridaysaat Balasaheb Thackeray Aapla Dawakhana, study rooms, and housing for sanitation workers.
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