Updated On: 26 February, 2026 12:34 PM IST | Mumbai | Sanjeev Shivadekar
Maharashtra MLAs criticised the BMC over pollution, illegal encroachments and slow river rejuvenation work in Mumbai. Concerns were raised about the Dahisar and Mithi rivers, untreated waste discharge and delayed tabela relocation

MLAs raises questions over illegal encroachments and MPCB's role in controlling pollution. File pic
The Maharashtra government faced strong criticism from its own members in the Legislative Assembly over the poor condition of Mumbai’s rivers and the slow progress of river rejuvenation work and questioned why illegal encroachments along riverbanks are not removed.
Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Azmi raised concerns about the condition of the Dahisar river during Question Hour. He highlighted issues related to pollution and encroachments affecting the river.