Archive · 31 Jul 2026
Nashik Pothole Crisis Claims Four Lives, Politicians Demand Action
In Nashik, India, roads have become very dangerous because of big holes called potholes.
These holes were made while building for a big festival called the Kumbh Mela and were made worse by heavy rain.
Four people have died in accidents caused by these potholes.
People in the city and politicians from different parties are upset and are demanding that the city fix the roads quickly.
The city’s chief, Manisha Khatri, says they are working on repairs, but some people think they are not doing it fast enough.
A state minister, Girish Mahajan, said he will investigate the deaths and that no one will be spared if they are found responsible.
A group of local business owners also asked the city to make the roads safer right away.
Four people have died in Nashik due to potholes created by Kumbh Mela construction and heavy rains.
Residents and politicians, including Shiv Sena, NCP, and BJP corporators, have protested the municipal administration’s failure to repair roads.
Municipal Commissioner Manisha Khatri says potholes were largely filled, but delays and contractor issues caused recent accidents.
State Minister Girish Mahajan announced a detailed inquiry and warned that no one would be spared from strict action.
The Ambad Industries and Manufacturers Association (AIMA) demanded urgent safety measures after inspecting dangerous black spots.
- Who
- Residents, municipal officials, and politicians from Shiv Sena, NCP, and BJP
- What
- Pothole crisis causing four deaths and public protests
- When
- Recent, with protests occurring on Thursday and Friday
- Where
- Nashik city, India
- Why
- Construction for the Kumbh Mela and heavy rainfall left roads damaged and unfilled
- Location
- Nashik, India
- Fatalities
- 4
- Cause
- Potholes from Kumbh Mela construction and heavy rains
- Key Officials
- Municipal Commissioner Manisha Khatri, State Minister Girish Mahajan
- Political Parties Involved
- Shiv Sena, NCP, BJP