Nashik to Rebuild Infrastructure After Floods, Minister Directs Urgent Action

The Maharashtra government has prioritised the rebuilding of infrastructure in Nashik district after heavy rainfall caused extensive damage earlier this week.

Guardian Minister Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil held a review meeting with district officials and directed them to accelerate restoration works, particularly in flood-affected villages where roads and culverts were washed away.

According to officials, nearly 1,500 people were displaced during the downpour, but around 1,300 have since returned home as floodwaters receded. The remaining families are still in temporary shelters while repairs continue.

Patil emphasised the need for immediate road connectivity to ensure smooth supply of food, medical support, and essentials. He instructed that damaged rural infrastructure be rebuilt using durable materials to withstand future rains.

The state’s irrigation department has also been tasked with monitoring water storage levels and ensuring controlled discharge from reservoirs to prevent further flooding.

Local authorities have started damage assessment surveys, with compensation packages for affected farmers and residents expected to be announced shortly.