Mumbai Flood Mitigation Plan: Rs 13,000 Crore Initiative Announced

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Maharashtra CM announced a Rs 13,000-crore flood mitigation plan for Mumbai, integrating traditional and nature-based drainage improvements.
Funding will be shared by national, state, and BMC sources, with detailed project reports being prepared.

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Maharashtra CM announced a Rs 13,000-crore flood mitigation plan for Mumbai, integrating traditional and nature-based drainage improvements. Funding will be shared by national, state, and BMC sources, with detailed project reports being prepared.

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