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Mumbai: BMC Plans ₹8.25 Crore Road-Washing Drive Amid 10 Per Cent Water Cut, Opposition Raises Questions
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· October 7, 2026
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Key points The initiative aims to wash 677 km of roads every day, excluding the monsoon, for 150 days. A road-washing drive is planned to curb air pollution, with a budget of ₹8.
A road-washing drive is planned to curb air pollution, with a budget of ₹8.25 crore. The initiative aims to wash 677 km of roads every day, excluding the monsoon, for 150 days. Water tankers with jetting systems will be used across seven zones. This move has drawn opposition, with questions raised about the use of water and public funds amid a worsening water crisis.
The water crisis has already led to a 10% water cut, with water rationing expected. Further details about the proposal are available, including the submission to the Standing Committee for approval.
The opposition has criticized the plan, citing looming water shortages and the use of precious resources for road washing.
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Published: October 7, 2026 ·
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