The Shiv Sena criticized the Maharashtra government for the failures of key infrastructure projects exposed by recent heavy rains in Mumbai and other regions. The party highlighted issues like the Mumbai-Pune Expressway ‘Missing Link’ project, which faced disruptions and a massive crater due to heavy rainfall. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis blamed unprecedented weather conditions for these failures, shifting accountability away from administrative lapses.
The editorial also mentioned controversies surrounding potholes on the Missing Link stretch and the deteriorating condition of other landmark projects like the Samruddhi Mahamarg highway. Severe leakages in metro lines, poor pre-monsoon works in Mumbai, and incidents of fatalities due to open manholes and fallen trees were also highlighted. The Shiv Sena questioned the government’s claims of “world-class excellence” in infrastructure development, citing repeated failures during monsoon seasons.
The party criticized the Chief Minister’s image as an ‘Inframan’ and pointed out how projects like the Samruddhi Mahamarg and the Missing Link have faced setbacks, leading to questions about the government’s infrastructure achievements. The editorial emphasized the need for accountability and effective management of public funds in the face of ongoing infrastructure challenges in Maharashtra.
