Hindustan Times ST (Mumbai) - HT Navi Mumbai Live
THE SOLUTION
One wonders why Cidco had to wait so long for the roads to deteriorate to such an extent before starting to act on the problem. Even now, it will be around two years before the roads in New Panvel are in good condition as the approvals and procedures, which will take up a few months, will be followed by 18month road construction period. This means that the residents will have to suffer through at least two more monsoons before the roads are repaired.
Cidco needs to ensure that there is no further delay in implementing its comprehensive plan. Besides, it should also take temporary measures to alleviate the suffering of the residents. The patchwork done earlier has not been of good quality and hence hasn’t lasted long. Cidco should take into account that it has earned millions from the node and hence spending a few lakhs extra is not going to matter much.