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Maharashtra Sanctions Rs 1,296 Crore For Road Repairs With AI-Enabled Monitoring
For the first time, an AI-enabled mobile application will be piloted to track potholes
The Maharashtra government has cleared funding of Rs 1,296.05 crore under its Annual Maintenance Programme (AMC) for 2025–26 to repair and maintain roads damaged by relentless monsoon rains, as per a state government release.
Public Works Minister Shivrendra Sinhraje Bhosale said the initiative would not only address urgent repair needs but also ensure accountability by deploying modern technology.
For the first time, an AI-enabled mobile application will be piloted to track potholes, monitor on-ground repair work, and conduct real-time inspections. The app will also allow citizens to check the progress of projects.
Bhosale emphasised that roads are central to Maharashtra’s progress and said the government’s priority is to ensure they remain safe, durable, and free of potholes.
He added that the newly sanctioned funds will enable urgent repairs while modern technology will guarantee both transparency and quality in execution.
The AMC scheme will cover 43,043 km of state roads in phases. Funds will be directed towards filling potholes, restoring stretches severely damaged by rains, and carrying out related works across eight regional divisions.
Alongside repairs, the Public Works Department is set to roll out a large-scale tree plantation drive. Saplings will be planted along highways, medians, and around government buildings.
A dedicated “Tree Plantation and Maintenance System App” will track the planting activity and provide live updates on growth and upkeep.
Highlighting the wider benefits of the programme, Bhosale noted that pothole-free roads would reduce accidents, save fuel and travel time, and create green corridors to support ecological balance.
