Nagpur: With more than half the work already completed, the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has placed a Rs 4.98 crore proposal before the standing committee for its ongoing ‘River Cleanliness Campaign 2026’, aimed at desilting and clearing major city rivers.
Proposal Details
The proposal, to be discussed in the May 8 meeting convened by standing committee chairperson Shivani Dani, focuses on mechanised cleaning of Nag, Pili and Pora rivers — a key public health and flood mitigation measure ahead of the monsoon.
Work Progress
Civic officials informed that of the total 49.16 km river stretch identified under the drive, 26.28 km (53.45%) has already been cleaned as of April 15. Work on the remaining 22.88 km is currently underway, with the administration targeting around 80% completion by April-end and full completion by May 15.
Machinery Deployment
To expedite the process, the NMC has deployed 21 machines, including 20 hired poclain excavators and one log boom machine. The total projected expenditure of Rs 4.98 crore (including GST) covers the period from March 1 to May 15. Officials said the use of heavy machinery has significantly improved the pace of desilting, which is critical to prevent waterlogging, reduce pollution levels and ensure smoother flow in the rivers during the rainy season.
Future Plans
The proposal also notes that if the work is not completed by the deadline, the civic body may explore additional machinery through CSR support or redeploy existing equipment being used for drain cleaning. A second-phase proposal could also be brought after a review.
