Nashik Industrialists Threaten Mass Agitation Over Potholed Roads

Nashik industrialists have warned of a mass agitation if the issue of pothole-ridden roads in industrial estates is not addressed immediately.

A joint meeting of presidents of various industrial associations was held at the Ambad Industries and Manufacturers Association (AIMA) office, where they expressed strong dissatisfaction over the neglect of basic infrastructure such as roads, streetlights, and civic amenities in the Ambad and Satpur industrial estates.

The meeting was called in the wake of the tragic death of industrialist Nilesh Kotkar due to a pothole-related accident. AIMA President Rajendra Pansare stated that despite industrialists paying all taxes on time, the administration has failed to provide proper infrastructure.

Ramesh Vaishya, President of NICE, highlighted that even after four decades, the Ambad and Satpur industrial estates lack quality roads, proper street lighting, and underground drainage systems. The representatives of all associations paid tribute to Nilesh Kotkar and stressed that immediate measures must be taken to prevent such tragedies.

The meeting unanimously demanded that the roads in the Ambad and Satpur industrial estates be reconstructed as durable cement-concrete roads. Ashish Nahar, President of NIMA, informed that a joint meeting with senior authorities is expected to be held within the next two days.

The associations passed a unanimous resolution warning that if the concerned authorities fail to respond, all industrial organisations in the district will unite to launch a massive public movement. S.K. Nair, President of CIMA, demanded the immediate improvement of roads in the Sinnar Industrial Estate.

AIMA General Secretary Sanjay Mahajan appealed to all industrial associations to jointly prepare a comprehensive infrastructure development plan for Ambad, Satpur, and nearby industrial estates. The meeting was attended by representatives from various industrial associations, including the Maharashtra Chamber of Commerce.

The industrialists' demand for concrete infrastructure is not just about roads, but also about the overall development of the industrial estates. The poor condition of roads has been a long-standing issue, and the industrialists are hoping that the administration will take immediate action to address their concerns.

The proposed meeting with senior authorities is expected to be a crucial step in resolving the issue. The industrialists are hoping that the administration will respond positively to their demands and take concrete measures to improve the infrastructure in the industrial estates.

If the administration fails to respond, the industrialists have warned of a massive public movement, which could have significant consequences for the district. The industrialists are determined to get their demands heard and are willing to take drastic measures to ensure that their concerns are addressed.

In conclusion, the Nashik industrialists' threat of mass agitation is a clear indication of their frustration with the poor state of infrastructure in the industrial estates. The administration must take immediate action to address their concerns and provide concrete infrastructure to prevent any further tragedies and ensure the smooth functioning of the industrial estates.