17-06-2025
Potholes resurface on many Nashik city roads after heavy rain
Nashik: Recent heavy rainfall in Nashik has caused potholes to reappear across various city roads. The deteriorating condition of unrepaired roads has created hazardous conditions for motorists.
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Multiple potholes have emerged along the inner ring road near Tarwala Nagar junction, Amrutdham, Rasbihari junction, and throughout Panchavati, Satpur, and Cidco divisions. While Nashik Municipal Corporation (NMC) has completed some repairs, numerous roads remain untreated.
NMC reported repairing over 6,000 potholes with granular sub-base (GSB) material in early June. However, these temporary fixes have failed to withstand the recent heavy downpours.
City resident Rohit Salunke expressed concerns about the deteriorating road conditions, citing risks of vehicle damage and potential accidents.
"The front left wheel of my car was stuck in a pothole on the road from Tarwala Nagar junction signal towards Amrutdham. As there was rainwater pooled there, I could not see the deep pothole. I had to take the help of people to take my vehicle out of the large pothole," said Tejas Bhamre, another resident.
Deepak Suryavanshi, also a resident, highlighted significant potholes on the Rasbihari-Meri link road near Bali Mandir junction. The 50m stretch facing Rasbihari Schools has particularly worsened, with potholes expanding due to rainfall. He emphasised the need for immediate repairs and road widening due to heavy traffic flow.
NMC commissioner Manisha Khatri initially set May 15 as the deadline for road repairs.
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Due to persistent rainfall throughout May, this deadline was extended to June 15. Yet, the repairs have not been completed.
Continuous rainfall has compromised temporary GSB repairs. NMC has allocated Rs 90 crore for road repairs and resurfacing, including Rs 52 crore for roads affected by MNGL and other authorities. However, work has been delayed since May 5 due to ongoing rainfall.
