Rivers across Maharashtra that are heavily polluted may soon see a major clean-up push, after the state cabinet on Wednesday approved the setting up of the Maharashtra State River Rejuvenation and Management Authority (MSRMDA) to restore them. As per the Central Pollution Control Board (2025) data, India has 296 polluted river stretches, and Maharashtra alone accounts for 54 of them, including the Mithi, Mula-Mutha, Bhima, Pavana, Nag, Chandrabhaga, and Panchganga.

Pvt participation

The MSRMDA will also be assisted by environmental groups and organisations like the Bombay Natural History Society and the Mangrove Cell. Besides, public awareness and people’s participation will also be a key part of the effort.