<h1>Maharashtra extends Mithi river desilting scam probe back to 2006 after dumper photos show no actual silt</h1> Maharashtra authorities will extend the investigation into the alleged Mithi river desilting scam back to 2006, as announced by a state minister in the legislative council. The Special Investigation Team, previously examining the period from 2012-2021, analyzed over 344,000 dumper photographs but found none contained actual river silt. The Economic Offence Wing has requested contractor lists from the municipal corporation covering 2006-2023. Excess silt accumulation contributed to Mumbai's 2005 flooding. A legislator submitted documents to police and enforcement agencies, advocating for extending the probe to 2005-2006. The investigation scope was previously limited to 2013-2023. Political tensions emerged as opposition members suggested the inquiry aims to target specific parties, referencing the civic body's previous political control from 1997-2022. The Enforcement Directorate is conducting a parallel investigation into the matter.