Maharashtra Caps Project Approvals to Control Costs, Tightens Funding Rules

Maharashtra introduces stricter approval norms for infrastructure projects to prevent cost overruns and ensure timely completion, impacting future development planning.

Rule Says Only Engineer From Recognised University Can be Navi Mumbai’s Additional City Engineer, Govt Finds None, Tweaks Rule To Fill Post

A new Maharashtra GR reveals that NMMC has no Executive Engineer with a recognised engineering degree, forcing the government to tweak rules and promote Arvind Shinde despite lacking the mandatory qualification. The decision raises serious questions about recruitment and engineering standards in Navi Mumbai.