PCMC puts preparation of Charholi TP schemes on hold, residents call off bandh
1
2
3
Pune: The PCMC on Thursday decided to stop preparations for the proposed town planning schemes in Charholi, prompting residents to call off Friday's bandh in protest.
In an official statement, municipal commissioner Shekhar Singh stated that further proceedings regarding the town planning (TP) schemes in Charholi had been put on hold following strong protests by residents and public representatives.
A senior PCMC official said a final decision to cancel the TP schemes would need approval in a general body meeting.
"A decision about when to table the proposal to cancel the TP schemes in the general body is yet to be taken. For now, we have suspended all ongoing processes related to the plan," he said.
Former Pimpri Chinchwad mayor Nitin Kalje, a resident of Charholi himself, said, "We held a meeting with local residents right after the civic body announced its decision to suspend the plan.
We have decided to wait until Tuesday for the PCMC (Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation) to table and approve the proposal to officially cancel the TP schemes in the general body. If that does not happen, we will plan our next course of action.
"
Last month, PCMC published a public notice of its intention to implement six TP schemes — one in Chikhali covering 380 hectares and five in Charholi spanning over 1,425 hectares.
by Taboola
by Taboola
Sponsored Links
Sponsored Links
Promoted Links
Promoted Links
You May Like
Trading CFD dengan Teknologi dan Kecepatan Lebih Baik
IC Markets
Mendaftar
Undo
On May 16, the general body approved the cancellation of the Chikhali TP scheme. The Charholi schemes, too, are likely to be withdrawn.
Local representatives, including Bhosari MLA Mahesh Landge and former Kalje, met the municipal commissioner on multiple occasions to convey their objections. In protest, residents had announced a bandh (now called off) in Charholi on Friday.
MLA Landge said, "I welcome the civic body's decision and thank the administration.
A formal notification to cancel the Charholi TP schemes will be issued soon."
The residents claimed that most landowners, particularly farmers, lost a significant portion of land for various development projects earlier, and the TP schemes would further reduce their holdings because a part of their land would be used to develop public amenities. They said the civic body published a draft of the revised development plan in which their land was placed under reservations, and there was no need to implement the TP scheme.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Time of India
35 minutes ago
- Time of India
Kamal Haasan's 'Thug Life' falls short of 'Indian 2' premiere day advance bookings in the USA
Kamal Haasan's 'Thug Life,' directed by Mani Ratnam, is set for a strong U.S. debut, earning $454,000 in advance sales. However, it trails Haasan's 'Indian 2,' which has already grossed $580,431, becoming his biggest North American premiere. 'Thug Life' faces controversy in Karnataka, with its release postponed due to Haasan's remarks on Kannada's origin. Kamal Haasan 's much-anticipated gangster drama Thug Life, directed by Mani Ratnam , is poised for a solid debut in the United States, though it has fallen short of matching the premiere day advance booking numbers of Haasan's upcoming film Indian 2. Advance ticket sales for Thug Life's U.S. premiere have reached US $454,000 across 375 locations, covering over 1000 shows and selling more than 17,000 tickets. Industry analysts are projecting that the film's total North American premiere day earnings could go up to US $ 800,000 positioning it as Haasan's second-biggest premiere day opening in the region.. However, when compared to the advance sales of Indian 2, which is set to release last year, Thug Life trails notably. Indian 2 has already clocked $580,431 in advance sales across 484 locations, with 1,457 shows and 27,935 tickets sold for its U.S. premiere. This makes Indian 2 Haasan's biggest premiere day in North America so far — even before its 2 being a sequel to Kamal Haasan's 1996 hit film Indian- the buzz for the film was much more as compared to Thug Life. Thug Life marks a major reunion between Kamal Haasan and legendary director Mani Ratnam after their iconic 1987 collaboration Nayakan. The film features a stellar ensemble cast including Silambarasan TR , Trisha Krishnan , Joju George , and Ali Fazal , with music composed by A.R. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Are you 18-79 with no funeral insurance? Talk to NZ Seniors today NZ Seniors Get Quote Undo Rahman. It's scheduled for a global release on June 5, 2025, and will release in multiple languages including Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, and Malayalam. Back home, however, Thug Life has run into controversy. The film's release in Karnataka has been postponed following backlash against Haasan's recent remarks claiming Kannada originated from Tamil. The statement drew sharp criticism from the Kannada-speaking community and the Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC), which demanded an apology and threatened to block the film's release in the state. Haasan stood by his comments, refusing to apologize, asserting they were misinterpreted. Following escalating tensions, the decision was made to indefinitely postpone Thug Life's release in Karnataka. The Karnataka High Court also weighed in, advising Haasan to apologize to the Kannada community. Despite the controversy, Thug Life continues to generate substantial international interest. The film's strong U.S. advance bookings reaffirm Kamal Haasan's enduring global appeal, though it now has a new bar to beat with Indian 2 already setting an impressive record ahead of its premiere. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Time of India
44 minutes ago
- Time of India
Elon Musk's father and sister to visit Ram Temple on Wednesday
The father and sister of the world's richest man, Elon Musk , are scheduled to visit the Ram temple in Ayodhya on Wednesday afternoon, officials confirmed. Errol Musk , accompanied by his daughter Alexandra Musk, are scheduled to visit the Ram temple and the nearby Hanumangarhi temple , according to a police official. Alexandra Musk is Elon Musk's half-sister. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Poor Posture Made Her Look 10kg Heavier—Until This Shoe Insert Snapped Her Back Into Shape Healthy Living Reports Try Now Undo A planned visit to the Taj Mahal in Agra may be cancelled due to extreme heat in the region. Errol Musk on Hinduism Live Events Speaking to IANS, Errol Musk described Hinduism as 'so ancient it boggles the mind' and expressed admiration for its depth and history. He said the religion highlights how little we truly understand about the past and praised India's profound spiritual continuity. 'If the entire world followed Shiva, it would be just fine,' he added, calling Hinduism fascinating and humbling. Arrangements for the Ram Temple visit Ayodhya Commissioner Gaurav Dayal stated, 'Errol Musk is scheduled to visit Ayodhya in the afternoon today.' Security arrangements in the area remain stringent, with a three-layered security system already in place. The measures include the continuous deployment of high-tech anti-drone systems capable of detecting and neutralising unauthorised aerial activity, as well as CCTV surveillance, regular visitor checks, and deployment of specially trained personnel. 'No additional security cover will be extended officially for this visit, as the existing measures are adequate,' a police officer said, as reported by PTI. Errol Musk on PM Modi Elon Musk's father, Errol Musk, also praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi , calling him 'one of the finest leaders in the world today.' He expressed admiration for Modi's confidence and clarity, crediting him with driving India's progress in both economic development and global diplomacy. 'It's always a pleasure to watch him speak on TV,' Musk added, as reported by TOI Musk, who serves as Global Advisor to Servotech Renewable Power System Ltd , began his India visit on June 1 and is expected to remain in the country until June 6, according to a spokesperson for the Haryana-based company. The spokesperson noted that the visit is focused on supporting the growth of India's green technology and electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. Servotech Managing Director Raman Bhatia is also expected to visit the Ram temple on Wednesday.
Time of India
44 minutes ago
- Time of India
Japan PM vows to 'energise' S. Korea cooperation under new leader Lee
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung, (left), and Japnese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba TOKYO : Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said Wednesday he wanted to "energise" cooperation with South Korea, after new centre-left President Lee Jae-myung took power. Spats over territory and a bitter dispute over Japan's use of forced labour during its decades-long 20th-century occupation of the Korean peninsula have long strained ties between the two neighbours. But the countries became closer under South Korea's disgraced former leader Yoon Suk Yeol, including through three-way talks with joint ally the United States. "This year marks the 60th anniversary of the normalisation of diplomatic relations between Japan and Korea," Ishiba told reporters in Tokyo. "With President Lee Jae-myung, I would like to energise cooperation between Japan and South Korea as well as between Japan, the United States and South Korea." Ishiba added that "it would be good if we could hold a Japan-South Korea summit in the near future". Lee won a snap election held six months after a disastrous attempt to declare martial law by South Korea's ex-president Yoon plunged the country into political chaos. "There are various public opinions inside South Korea" towards Japan, Ishiba said. Lee has previously taken a harder line towards the country than Yoon, including saying that the ex-president was "submissive" to Japan, according to Yonhap news agency. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trading CFD dengan Teknologi dan Kecepatan Lebih Baik IC Markets Mendaftar Undo "The new president has made some statements in the past. But during the election campaign, he also said that Japan is an important partner and that he loves the Japanese people," Ishiba said. "We will strengthen our ties with South Korea by opening our hearts and minds and engaging in active exchanges with South Korea," he added.
