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Nagpur Municipal Corporation Approves Rs 6,202 Crore Budget for 2026-27

The NMC has approved a budget of Rs 6,202.99 crore for the fiscal year 2026-27. The budget, passed after extensive debate, focuses on infrastructure development, healthcare, education, and revenue enhancement without increasing property taxes.

Road Works Cause Gridlock at Rahate Colony Square and Surrounding Areas

Simultaneous road concretisation projects and infrastructure works on Wardha Road, along with traffic diversions, are causing significant traffic snarls at Rahate Colony Square and nearby areas. Partial closures and narrowed lanes are leading to sluggish traffic flow, with commuters anticipating worsening conditions during the monsoon.

Nag River Project Accelerates: NMC to Open Bids for 535km Sewer Network

NMC is set to open financial bids for 534.89km of sewerage network works as part of the Rs 1,926.99-crore Nag River Pollution Abatement Project. This crucial upgrade involves constructing and replacing nearly 535km of sewer pipelines, costing over Rs 542 crore, and is expected to significantly reduce pollution in the Nag River system.

Lakadganj Fire Station Redevelopment Project Gets Green Light After Court Ruling

The redevelopment of the Lakadganj fire station in Nagpur has received a significant boost as a district court dismissed an appeal challenging the NMC eviction action. This ruling paves the way for the long-pending public safety project, which aims to strengthen emergency response infrastructure in East Nagpur.

Maharashtra Leads in Railway Infrastructure Development

Maharashtra is leading India in railway infrastructure development with 35 mega projects worth ₹3.5 lakh crore. These include projects in the Vidarbha region such as the Nagpur–Nagbhid gauge conversion, the fourth line between Wardha and Nagpur, and the third line between Wardha and Ballarshah. These projects are expected to improve freight movement, passenger connectivity, and economic activity across the region.

The long-pending Radisson–Manish Nagar flyover has received final approval from the Public Works Department (PWD) after design modifications to improve design efficiency and safety. The project, with a total cost reaching ₹124 crore, aims to alleviate traffic congestion near Wardha Road and improve connectivity between South Nagpur and nearby localities like Beltarodi, Besa, and Mhalgi Nagar.