Maharashtra's 54 polluted rivers: MLA Milind Narvekar calls for urgent action.

• MLA Milind Narvekar raised concerns about severe river pollution in Maharashtra during the winter session, urging immediate action.
• Environment Minister Pankaja Munde stated that 54 of India's 296 polluted river stretches are in Maharashtra, clarifying the state ranks 5th, not 1st.
• Pune (5), Mumbai (1), and Solapur (2) districts account for the highest number of polluted river stretches in Maharashtra.
• To combat pollution, 95 sewage treatment plants (STPs) are operational, 50 are under construction, and 102 more are planned.
• A proposal for the Maharashtra State River Rejuvenation Authority (MSRRA) has been sent to the central government for long-term river conservation.

Why It Matters: Maharashtra faces significant river pollution, prompting state government action.