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Shiv Sena Protests Pothole-Ridden Roads in Nashik

Shiv Sena protests over potholes, demands repairs. Citizens urge action

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Tue, 28 July 2026 at 06:14 pm
Shiv Sena Protests Pothole-Ridden Roads in Nashik

The persistent rainfall in Nashik has led to a significant increase in the number of potholes on the city's roads. The excavation work carried out for the Simhastha Kumbh Mela has left the roads riddled with potholes and accumulated mud, causing hardship for motorists and resulting in a rise in accidents.

The Shiv Sena (Uddhav Faction) staged a protest against the potholes at Shalimar Chowk, demanding that the administration immediately fill the potholes and repair the roads. Citizens have also urged the Municipal Corporation to take immediate action, as the city roads are filled with potholes due to Kumbh Mela-related projects.

Large potholes have appeared on both major and internal roads across the city, forcing motorists to drive cautiously in areas such as Dwarka, Mumbai Naka, CIDCO, Satpur, Ambad, Gangapur Road, College Road, Panchavati, Indiranagar, and Nashik Road. The Ambad and Satpur industrial estates are among the worst affected, with potholes so massive that commuting has become life-threatening.

The road stretching from R.P. Sweets to Gharkul in the Ambad Industrial Estate has completely deteriorated, with large potholes forming in front of several companies. The constant movement of heavy vehicles and cargo trucks is causing these potholes to deepen further, and rainwater accumulates in the potholes, making it impossible to gauge their depth.

Despite this situation persisting for the past five years, the Municipal Corporation administration remains silent. The potholes pose a constant risk of accidents for workers commuting to their jobs at night. Other locations in the city, such as Seebal Hotel, R.D. Circle, and the road leading to City Centre Mall, are also affected by potholes.

Vehicles jolt violently due to the potholes, making vehicle damage inevitable and creating a constant fear of accidents. Water accumulates up to knee level at the Indiranagar underpass, where road widening work is underway. Even when it is not raining, water collects in the potholes, creating a marshy mess.

The Nashik Road area is also riddled with potholes, causing drivers to suffer from pain in their arms, legs, and lower back. Mental stress has increased, and driving in the dark at night has become difficult. The Shiv Sena (Uddhav Faction) has demanded that the administration take immediate action to repair the roads and fill the potholes.

The protest by the Shiv Sena (Uddhav Faction) is a response to the growing demand for the administration to undertake repair work immediately. The situation is disrupting traffic flow and causing significant hardship for motorists. The Municipal Corporation needs to take immediate action to address the issue and ensure the safety of commuters.

In conclusion, the pothole-ridden roads in Nashik are a major concern for citizens, and the administration needs to take immediate action to repair the roads and fill the potholes. The protest by the Shiv Sena (Uddhav Faction) is a call to action, and the Municipal Corporation must respond to the growing demand for better road infrastructure in the city.

The situation highlights the need for the administration to prioritize road maintenance and repair work, especially during the monsoon season. The citizens of Nashik deserve better road infrastructure, and it is the responsibility of the administration to ensure their safety and convenience.

The issue of pothole-ridden roads in Nashik is not just a local problem but also reflects the broader issue of inadequate infrastructure in many Indian cities. The administration must take a proactive approach to addressing the issue and work towards providing better road infrastructure for the citizens of Nashik.

In the end, the protest by the Shiv Sena (Uddhav Faction) is a reminder that the citizens of Nashik will not tolerate inadequate infrastructure and will demand action from the administration. The Municipal Corporation must take immediate action to address the issue and ensure that the roads in Nashik are safe and convenient for all commuters.

The significance of this issue lies in the fact that it affects not just the citizens of Nashik but also the overall economy and development of the city. Good road infrastructure is essential for the growth and development of any city, and the administration must prioritize it to ensure that Nashik remains a competitive and attractive city for businesses and investors.

Therefore, the administration must take a comprehensive approach to addressing the issue of pothole-ridden roads in Nashik, including increasing funding for road maintenance and repair work, improving the efficiency of the road repair process, and engaging with citizens to understand their needs and concerns. By doing so, the administration can ensure that the roads in Nashik are safe, convenient, and well-maintained, and that the city remains a great place to live and work.

The final word is that the citizens of Nashik deserve better, and it is the responsibility of the administration to ensure that they get it. The protest by the Shiv Sena (Uddhav Faction) is a call to action, and the administration must respond to it by taking immediate action to address the issue of pothole-ridden roads in Nashik.

Frequently asked questions

What is the current state of roads in Nashik?

The roads in Nashik are in a bad state due to potholes and accumulated mud, causing hardship for motorists and resulting in a rise in accidents.

What is the Shiv Sena (Uddhav Faction) demanding?

The Shiv Sena (Uddhav Faction) is demanding that the administration immediately fill the potholes and repair the roads.

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