MMRDA (Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority) has introduced a stringent new policy penalizing contractors for severe workforce shortages on metro construction projects spanning over 150 km.

• A 25–50% shortfall in manpower ⇒ ₹1 lakh per day fine
• A >50% shortfall ⇒ ₹2 lakh per day fine
• Additional penalties will apply if contractors miss key construction deadlines
• These penalties will be imposed immediately and without prior notice

To ensure compliance, contractors must now submit weekly staffing plans and daily onsite reports, with regular audits conducted by consultants and metro engineers.

Senior officials justified the move as essential to maintain project timelines and infrastructure delivery targets. Chief Minister Fadnavis, Deputy CM Shinde, and MMRDA Commissioner Mukherjee emphasized that this policy enforces accountability, discipline, and a serious commitment to quality and punctuality, all aimed at supporting the rollout of multiple metro corridors by year’s end.

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