Panel Inspects Nagpur Townships, Issues Remain
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Panel Inspects Nagpur Townships, Issues Remain

A state-appointed panel evaluating 30 integrated townships across Maharashtra has only inspected two projects in Nagpur since its formation last year, uncovering delays in constructing promised amenity spaces. The panel's mandate focuses on assessing water availability, construction progress, and adherence to the state’s integrated township policy, including economical housing provisions.

Most of the inspections remain incomplete, particularly in Pune and Konkan divisions, which host 13 and 17 townships, respectively. Residents have raised concerns about poor water supply, especially in areas like Hinjewadi. Advocate Satya Muley, representing housing societies, highlighted that residents are often forced to buy water from tanker suppliers due to inadequate municipal supply.

The committee is also responsible for submitting complaints regarding inadequate potable water and checking if developers have secured irrigation department clearances for water allocation. With 13 townships currently under construction, residents and citizen activists have called for stricter monitoring, particularly concerning rainwater harvesting and groundwater management.

Despite the panel's ongoing work, concerns have been raised over whether any substantial changes or penalties will be enforced, especially with upcoming assembly polls. Experts argue that long-term water conservation measures are crucial for the sustainable development of these integrated townships.

A state-appointed panel evaluating 30 integrated townships across Maharashtra has only inspected two projects in Nagpur since its formation last year, uncovering delays in constructing promised amenity spaces. The panel's mandate focuses on assessing water availability, construction progress, and adherence to the state’s integrated township policy, including economical housing provisions. Most of the inspections remain incomplete, particularly in Pune and Konkan divisions, which host 13 and 17 townships, respectively. Residents have raised concerns about poor water supply, especially in areas like Hinjewadi. Advocate Satya Muley, representing housing societies, highlighted that residents are often forced to buy water from tanker suppliers due to inadequate municipal supply. The committee is also responsible for submitting complaints regarding inadequate potable water and checking if developers have secured irrigation department clearances for water allocation. With 13 townships currently under construction, residents and citizen activists have called for stricter monitoring, particularly concerning rainwater harvesting and groundwater management. Despite the panel's ongoing work, concerns have been raised over whether any substantial changes or penalties will be enforced, especially with upcoming assembly polls. Experts argue that long-term water conservation measures are crucial for the sustainable development of these integrated townships.

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