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Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
CIDCO charts multi-pronged strategy to meet Navi Mumbai water demand
The government of Maharashtra's town planning and infrastructure development authority, the City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO) has devised a comprehensive roadmap, leveraging existing sources and developing new sources like Balganga Dam and Kondhane Dam to meet the increasing water demand in Navi Mumbai. The rapid transformation of Mumbai's satellite city, driven by large-scale infrastructure projects such as the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), the Navi Mumbai Airport Influence Notified Area (NAINA), and Mass Housing schemes, is putting pressure on the region's water supply systems. In response to this, CIDCO is executing a multi-source water supply strategy aimed at both immediate and long-term needs. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Treatment That Might Help You Against Knee Pain Knee pain | search ads Find Now Undo 'As Navi Mumbai continues to grow and develop, our commitment to sustainable water management remains unwavering. With establishing the strong water supply network, we are not just meeting today's demands, we're building a resilient water infrastructure for tomorrow,' said Vijay Singhal, vice chairman and managing director, CIDCO. To cater to the projected water demand of 1275 million litres per day (MLD) by 2050 in CIDCO and NAINA areas, the corporation is drawing from existing sources like Hetawane Dam, Maharashtra Jeevan Pradhikaran (MJP), Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC), and Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC), while also developing new reservoirs such as Balganga and Kondhane dams. Live Events The proposed Kondhane Dam, located on the Ulhas River, is expected to be a major water source for the region. Initially planned to supply 250 MLD, it will later be scaled up to 350 MLD. In view of the 4-5-year timeline for the Kondhane and Balganga projects, CIDCO has requested additional allocations from current sources. In August 2020, the Maharashtra government approved an additional quota of 120 MLD from Hetawane Dam for Rs. 119.80 crore, increasing CIDCO's total allocation from this source to 270 MLD. To implement the increased supply, CIDCO appointed a consultant to augment the existing system. The Hetawane Water Supply Scheme augmentation, underway in four phases, is expected to be completed by June 2029. Current progress includes 41% completion of the water treatment plant, 8.5% of the raw water tunnel, and 25.7% of the pure water tunnel, CIDCO said. The authority has also engaged leading project management consultancies to oversee water tunnel and treatment plant construction. Once operational, the Hetawane and Kondhane initiatives will stabilize water supply to CIDCO's jurisdiction and the Panvel Municipal Corporation, playing a critical role in the sustainability of the region's urban expansion.
The Print
6 days ago
- Business
- The Print
Plan ready for 1275 MLD water demand in Navi Mumbai by 2050: CIDCO
'With establishment of a strong water supply network, we're not just meeting today's demands, we're building resilient water infrastructure for tomorrow,' Singhal said. The area is undergoing rapid expansion due to the upcoming Navi Mumbai international airport, the Navi Mumbai Airport Influence Notified Area (NAINA) as well as mass housing schemes in several nodes, City and Industrial Development Corporation managing director Vijay Singhal said. Thane, Jun 27 (PTI) A comprehensive supply strategy has been unveiled as ultimate water demand for Navi Mumbai will reach 1,275 million litres per day (MLD) by 2050, a CIDCO official said on Friday. A release said the efforts include the proposed Balganga and Kondhane dams apart from existing sources like the Hetawane dam. 'Strategically located on Ulhas river, Kondhane dam will initially supply 250 MLD, later scaling up to 350 MLD. It will streamline water supply for NAINA. The Hetawane water supply augmentation scheme will ensure supply to CIDCO and Panvel Municipal Corporation areas,' it added. In August 2020, the Maharashtra government sanctioned an additional quota of 120 MLD, which increased CIDCO's present water allocation from Hetawane dam to 270 MLD, the release informed. PTI COR BNM This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
New Indian Express
23-06-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Congress high command has the final word
After politically low-key Harshvardhan Sapkal was recently appointed the Maharashtra Congress chief, many believed his 'closeness' with the high command may have had a major role in the appointment. Now, the same Sapkal is finding it difficult to place his 'confidants' at key posts in the state Congress unit. He recently decided to remove incumbent Maha Cong social media head Vishal Muttemwar and replace with his 'person of choice'. Here, Sapkal made an error; he went through with the decision without informing the national social media head and state incharge. Therefore, the file for appointing a new social media head is stuck in the corridors of Delhi. Shinde confidant returns to real estate business Dy CM Eknath Shinde's 'Man Friday', Thane-based developer Ajay Ashar, has decided to alienate from his political patron and focus on his sprawling real estate business. Ashar apparently had a key role in lifting Shinde to the CM's seat. He was among the main 'negotiators' with the BJP top brass and even shouldered the responsibilities of the high-cost 'takeover' in Maharashtra. As reward, Ashar was appointed as vice-chairman of Maharashtra Institute for Transformation (MITRA) – a financial planning body. But after Shinde was handed the second fiddle in the new govt, Ashar was removed from the role. Thus, Ashar has once again found time for his real estate ventures. CIDCO's 55th anniversary event goes overboard Maharashtra government's City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO) recently celebrated its 55th Foundation Day, highlighting the organisation's global standards in urban planning and development. As part of the bash, several CIDCO higher-ups were reportedly provided 55gm gold value coins embossed with the 55th foundation day mark. The buzz was that these heavy coins were put on the CIDCO exchequer under different heads. Unfortunately, the CIDCO, in charge of the Navi Mumbai airport, is struggling to pay the salary of its own employees. The cash-rich board is allegedly being looted by its top officers by inflating local land prices. Sudhir Suryawanshi Our correspondent in Maharashtra
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Cidco launches QR ticket system for Metro 1
Navi Mumbai: The City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO) launched a paper QR ticket system on Navi Mumbai Metro Line 1, which runs along the 11 km span between Taloja and Belapur recently. This marks a crucial advancement towards a Common Mobility Solution. The implementation required an upgrade of the entire Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) ticketing infrastructure to accommodate the new system. Commuters said that it's a welcome move, but of late. The system's launch took place at Belapur Metro station. CIDCO plans to introduce additional features shortly to improve the travel experience. These include a Mobile Ticketing App for ticket purchases, WhatsApp-Based Ticketing for direct ticket buying through the platform, and the National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) to enable unified payments across various transport networks. According to CIDCO officials, these services will be accessible to passengers shortly. The development and installation of the QR-based ticketing system was executed by a private firm with oversight from CIDCO and Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. A CIDCO spokesperson said that CIDCO maintains its dedication to delivering superior transport services to passengers. The QR-based ticketing implementation represents a substantial advancement towards this objective, said CIDCO.
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Time of India
Thane Anti-Corruption Bureau nabs CIDCO clerk taking Rs 1.5 lakh bribe for processing retired employee's dues
THANE: A junior clerk working with the City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO) was caught red-handed by the Thane unit of the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) while accepting a bribe of Rs 1.5 lakh on behalf of his two senior colleagues for processing and clearing dues of a retired employee. The complainant recently retired from CIDCO in Navi Mumbai and was entitled to receive dues, including gratuity and interest, from the govt-owned organisation. However, to approve the disbursement of that amount, the employee needed to complete certain formalities, for which he approached the junior clerk, identified as Narendra Hire, for assistance. Much to the shock of the retired employee, the junior clerk allegedly demanded a bribe of Rs 4.5 lakh to assist with the formalities required for the disbursement of the amount. "The clerk demanded Rs 3 lakh on behalf of a senior administrative personnel, another Rs 1 lakh for the departmental inquiry officer to ensure freedom from any departmental inquiry required before clearance of the disbursal. In addition, the clerk sought Rs 50,000 for himself — totalling Rs 4.5 lakh," informed an ACB official. Irked by this demand, the complainant approached the Thane unit of the ACB, which initially ascertained the allegations and, upon verification, laid a trap on June 20 for the clerk. Hire was caught red-handed while accepting ₹1.5 lakh from the complainant. A case is now registered against him.
