Maharashtra Politics & Governance

MIDC sets verification process for dependants of deceased activists

1 June 2026

The Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) adopted a policy to consider compassionate appointments for one eligible dependent of an activist who died during the Maratha reservation agitation. District collectors were directed to verify claimants and issue eligibility certificates, enabling eligible dependants to be considered for appointment.

Key Facts

• MIDC develops industrial infrastructure, including land, roads, water supply and drainage, to support businesses.

MMRDA awards contract for seven Metro Line 9 foot overbridges

1 June 2026

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority awarded a ₹82.09-crore contract to build seven foot overbridges along Metro Line 9 between Dahisar East and Mira-Bhayandar. Planned near key locations along the corridor, the bridges are intended to provide safer access to stations and improve last-mile connectivity.

Key Facts

• MMRDA plans regional development and develops infrastructure across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.
• Mumbai Metro provides mass rapid transit and serves areas not connected by the suburban railway.

Central Railway removes 27 encroachments for Kurla–CSMT additional lines

1 June 2026

Central Railway removed 27 permanent encroachments from railway-owned land in Dadar East to make space for the Kurla–CSMT fifth and sixth lines project. Railway officials said the structures had obstructed access to land needed for the additional tracks.

Key Facts

• The additional railway lines are intended to separate suburban local services from long-distance express trains.

New Khambatki tunnel enters testing before expected public opening

1 June 2026

The new six-lane Khambatki tunnel on the Pune–Satara National Highway was open for testing ahead of an expected public opening. The report estimated that crossing the ghat section could take 10–15 minutes, compared with about 45 minutes previously.

Key Facts

• NHAI is the autonomous authority responsible for developing, maintaining and managing national highways entrusted to it.

Maharashtra takes possession of Air India building at Nariman Point

2 June 2026

Maharashtra took possession of the Air India building at Nariman Point after acquiring it from Air India Asset Holding Corporation for ₹1,601 crore. The building is intended for government offices, but a structural inspection and necessary repairs are to be completed before offices are shifted there.

Maharashtra Cabinet approves farmer debt-relief scheme

2 June 2026

The Maharashtra Cabinet approved the Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Farmer Debt Relief Scheme for eligible short-term crop loans taken between 1 April 2019 and 31 March 2025 that remained overdue on 30 September 2025 and unpaid by 31 March 2026. Relief is capped at ₹2 lakh per farmer, while qualifying regular repayers may receive an incentive of up to ₹50,000, subject to the scheme’s conditions.

Key Facts

• The scheme combines debt waiver, one-time settlement and incentives, and does not apply a landholding-size criterion.

Maharashtra decides to establish Maratha Reservation Cell

2 June 2026

Maharashtra decided to establish a dedicated Maratha Reservation Cell in Mantralaya instead of the separate ministry sought by protester Manoj Jarange Patil. The government also directed departments to report on the issues raised and urged authorities to prevent admission difficulties for Maratha students due to missing certificates or other documents.

Key Facts

• The Maratha reservation movement has sought expanded Kunbi OBC certification for Marathas to access OBC benefits.

MSRTC makes depot toilets free to use

2 June 2026

The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation made toilets at its bus depots free to use from 2 June 2026. Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik also announced plans for regular depot cleaning, modernised bus stands and electric buses; these were future measures, not completed improvements.

Key Facts

• MSRTC is Maharashtra’s state-run bus service, serving routes within the state and to neighbouring states.

Ulwe Coastal Road reported 80% complete

2 June 2026

CIDCO’s managing director said the Ulwe Coastal Road, being built to connect the Atal Setu with Navi Mumbai International Airport, was about 80% complete. He projected completion by November 2026, later than the earlier August–September expectation, citing delays in construction-material availability.

Key Facts

• CIDCO was created to develop Navi Mumbai as a satellite town and now undertakes new-town planning and major infrastructure projects.

Maharashtra Cabinet approves financing proposals for road projects

2 June 2026

Maharashtra’s Cabinet approved financing proposals for rural road works under the third phase of the Chief Minister’s Gram Sadak ...