Maharashtra Contractors Threaten Street Protests Over ₹86,000 Crore Unpaid Dues; Seek ₹40,000–₹50,000 Crore Allocation

Maharashtra contractors have threatened street protests over ₹86,000 crore in pending dues, alleging prolonged payment delays have crippled the construction sector. The federation wants the proposed Rs 6,572 crore allocation raised to Rs 40,000–50,000 crore and has warned of protests if the government fails to act.