Maharashtra: Deputy CM Ajit Pawar Urges Timely Project Completion to Prevent Cost Overruns
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Synopsis
Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar emphasizes the need for timely completion of development projects to prevent cost overruns. He stresses coordination among departments and prioritizes significant infrastructure initiatives in Pune.
Key Takeaways
- Ajit Pawar stresses timely project completion.
- Coordination among departments is essential.
- Focus on major infrastructure projects in Pune.
- Traffic congestion in Pune needs urgent attention.
- Review of various ongoing projects.
Mumbai, Feb 13 (NationPress) Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has urged all governmental departments to enhance their coordination and ensure the prompt completion of various development initiatives to prevent cost overruns. During a meeting of the Project Monitoring Unit (PMU), he emphasized, "Delays often result in substantial increases in project expenses and ultimately lead to financial losses for the state. To avert this, it is crucial to prioritize the timely completion of projects."
He also instructed the administration to liaise with the Union Health Ministry regarding the establishment of AIIMS in Pune.
“The traffic issues in Pune are severe and must be prioritized. The Pune Ring Road project should be fast-tracked to alleviate traffic congestion. With millions of new vehicles being introduced on the roads every year, the pressure on Pune's transportation system continues to rise. The progress of metro projects, flyovers, the ring road, and other ongoing infrastructure developments should be accelerated to facilitate smooth commuting in Pune. All departments involved in these endeavors must work together effectively to relieve Pune residents from traffic woes,” stated Pawar.
Furthermore, he ordered an evaluation of the feasibility of the 'Karjat-Bhimashankar-Khed-Shirur' road, which is pivotal for enhancing connectivity in rural Pune.
Deputy CM Pawar also reviewed the advancements of various projects, including the proposed skywalk in Lonavala, the Pune-Nashik Greenfield Semi High-Speed Railway, regional centers of the Sarathi Institution in multiple cities, and infrastructural initiatives like Satara Medical College, Alibaug Medical College, Satara Sainik School, Rewas-Reddy Coastal Highway, GST Bhavan in Wadala, among other significant projects.
Meanwhile, Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan on Thursday assessed the operations of Homi Bhabha University, particularly concerning the execution of various programs and policies.
Topics discussed during the meeting included the implementation of NEP 2020, innovative initiatives, the Professor of Practice concept, the Center of Happiness, future university plans, the academic calendar, the School Connect program, student hostel facilities, the 'Viksit Bharat' initiative, and the Tribal Student Upliftment Scheme.
The Homi Bhabha State University encompasses six colleges, including Elphinstone College, Sydenham College, Secondary Training College, and The Institute of Science.
