Soil Testing For Parsik Hill Water Pipeline Raises Questions Over Technical Need, Cost And Transparency In NMMC Project
Soil testing being carried out on Parsik Hill in Belapur ahead of laying a new water pipeline has raised questions among citizens and activists over the technical necessity of the exercise and the expenditure involved. Citizens Question Need For Separate Soil Testing On Existing Hill Terrain According to information obtained from Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) officials, the testing is…
Soil testing on Parsik Hill in Belapur for a new water pipeline project has sparked concerns among citizens and activists. The testing aims to evaluate soil and ground conditions before the pipeline's construction. However, questions arise about the technical necessity of the exercise and the associated expenditure. The hill terrain, which houses a major water storage tank, raises doubts about the need for a separate soil assessment.
Activists seek clarity on the technical basis behind the testing and transparency in the civic administration. They question who recommended the testing, the approval process, and the sanctioned cost. Activists also demand transparency regarding the Right to Information (RTI) Act, alleging that the civic body is withholding information.
The controversy extends beyond the pipeline project, focusing on whether public funds are spent after thorough technical and financial scrutiny.
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