Congress Raises Concerns Over Thane Coastal Road Project's Environmental Impact
Thane Coastal Road work: Congress alleges damage to mangroves, flags ‘flood risk’
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The Congress party's Thane unit has raised alarms about the Coastal Road extension project, alleging significant damage to mangroves and natural water channels in the Balkum-Thane creek area, potentially increasing flood risks during monsoon seasons. They demand an independent environmental assessment.
- 01Congress alleges large-scale land reclamation affecting mangroves and water channels in Thane.
- 02Party leaders warn that the project could obstruct rainwater flow, leading to flooding.
- 03They emphasize the ecological importance of mangroves as a natural defense system.
- 04A high-level inquiry and independent environmental assessment have been requested.
- 05The Coastal Road aims to ease traffic congestion by linking Gaimukh to Kharegaon.
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The Congress party's Thane unit has expressed serious concerns regarding the Coastal Road extension project, claiming it involves extensive land reclamation that displaces mangroves and disrupts natural water channels in the Balkum-Thane creek area. Rahul Pingale, the unit president, highlighted that such reclamation could obstruct the natural flow of rainwater during monsoon seasons, increasing the risk of flooding. He stressed the critical role of mangroves in maintaining ecological balance and protecting coastlines. The party has called for an independent environmental assessment to analyze the project's impact on biodiversity and watercourses, criticizing the lack of action from regulatory bodies such as the Thane Municipal Corporation and the Maharashtra Coastal Zone Management Authority. They have formally requested a high-level inquiry and have lodged complaints with local authorities, urging prompt intervention. The Coastal Road project, which aims to connect Gaimukh to Kharegaon, is seen as essential for alleviating traffic congestion on the Ghodbunder highway, thereby reducing pollution in the area.
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The project may lead to increased flooding risk in Thane, affecting local communities and ecosystems.
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