Kalyan's Heavy Rain Exposes KDMC's Desilting Claims; Mahesh Gaikwad Enters Drain To Clear Blockage
Kalyan's first spell of heavy rain exposed alleged shortcomings in KDMC's pre-monsoon desilting, with clogged drains causing widespread waterlogging, flooded roads and water entering homes. Shiv Sena leader Mahesh Gaikwad entered a blocked drain to clear silt with supporters, prompting residents to question the use of crores spent on desilting and demand accountability and transparency.