We are helping Marathi manoos return to Mumbai, says Shinde
Eknath Shinde
on Thursday focused on Marathi voters in the city. In his speech in the state assembly, he claimed that the Mahayuti govt was helping the Marathi manoos return to the city.
Speaking about the state's efforts to restart stalled redevelopment projects, he said, "Marathi people have to leave the city and move to distant suburbs like Vasai and Nalasopara. Many are stuck in transit camps for years. These homes will help Marathi people return to Mumbai."
He attacked Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray, saying, "They need to think about why the Marathi manoos was thrown out of Mumbai. They think of Marathi people only during elections. Then they ask, who are you?"
You Can Also Check:
Mumbai AQI
|
Weather in Mumbai
|
Bank Holidays in Mumbai
|
Public Holidays in Mumbai
While replying to the Opposition's debate against the govt, Shinde said, "We cleared 21 cluster development projects.
We are involving state undertakings like Mhada, SRA, and MMRDA to do joint ventures with developers to revive stalled projects."
Shinde spoke of the govt's efforts for the redevelopment of BDD chawl in Worli, which has 15,600 residents who are mainly Marathi. He also spoke about the govt's efforts to provide housing for mill workers, who are also sons of the soil. "So far, we gave homes to 13,161 mill workers in the city," said Shinde.
He spoke of redevelopment efforts at Abhyudaya Nagar, Motilal Nagar, Kamathipura and Patra chawl.
On the Dharavi Redevelopment Project (DRP), he said, "It is wrong to say the govt is giving land to Adani. The govt also has a share in the DRP. Those who criticise the project—my question is, do they want locals to continue to live in poor conditions?"
Referring to the Mithi river desilting scam, Shinde alleged those who are targeting Dino Morea could soon face the music. "Who was the contractor in the case? They see Dino Morea. But if he opens his mouth, then many people will become Morya," he said. In order to aid redevelopment of buildings in the airport's funnel zone, he said the govt took a decision to allow base plus intentional FSI. "This will help attract builders for redevelopment projects.
"
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
News18
2 hours ago
- News18
'Outstanding Thinker': PM Modi Pays Tributes To Lokmanya Tilak On 169th Birth Anniversary
Last Updated: Remembering Tilak's role in igniting the nationalist movement, the Prime Minister highlighted his belief in education and service. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday paid homage to freedom fighter Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak on his 169th birth anniversary, praising his courage and lasting contributions to India's struggle for independence. Remembering Tilak's role in igniting the nationalist movement, the Prime Minister highlighted his belief in education and service. 'Remembering Lokmanya Tilak on his birth anniversary. He was a pioneering leader who played a vital role in kindling the spirit of India's freedom movement with unwavering conviction. He was also an outstanding thinker who believed in the power of knowledge and serving others," PM Modi wrote on X. Remembering Lokmanya Tilak on his birth anniversary. He was a pioneering leader who played a vital role in kindling the spirit of India's freedom movement with unwavering conviction. He was also an outstanding thinker who believed in the power of knowledge and serving others.— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 23, 2025 Bal Gangadhar Tilak is remembered for promoting the concept of Swaraj, or self-rule, during British rule. A strong advocate of civil rights, he used journalism as a tool of resistance, founding the weeklies Kesari in Marathi and Mahratta in English. A scholar and philosopher, Tilak played a foundational role in shaping India's early independence movement. He led the Indian Home Rule League after its formation in 1914 and co-signed the 1916 Lucknow Pact with Mohammed Ali Jinnah, which promoted Hindu-Muslim unity in the national movement. A scholar, lawyer, and journalist, Tilak played a pivotal role in awakening nationalist sentiments through his writings and public addresses. His iconic assertion—"Swaraj is my birthright and I shall have it"—became a rallying cry that inspired countless Indians to join the freedom struggle. His deep connect with the people earned him the title 'Lokmanya," signifying the public's recognition of his leadership and vision. view comments First Published: July 23, 2025, 10:15 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
7 hours ago
- Time of India
‘Sue me': Parab dares Kadam after dance bar allegation
Mumbai: A day after junior home minister Yogesh Kadam warned that he would move a privilege notice against him for linking him to a Kandivli dance bar and alleged illegal sand mining in Ratnagiri, Sena (UBT) MLC Anil Parab on Tuesday dared him to do that and file a defamation suit, saying it would give him a platform to prove the charges he has levelled. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Demanding Kadam's ouster, Parab said he will submit all documents and pen drives showing proof of his involvement to CM Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday. He said Fadnavis should seek the Sena minister's resignation because party chief and deputy CM Eknath Shinde would not initiate any action on his own. He said if the CM fails to act, he will move high court. Kadam maintained that he had no connection to the bar and that it was under his direction that police had acted against such establishments. "If I had any vested interest, I would have ensured no action was taken against this particular bar." Last week, Parab had claimed in the legislative council that police had in May raided a dance bar in Kandivli whose license was issued in the name of Kadam's mother and that he diverted sand meant for farmers from a river in Ratnagiri, his home district, to a dental college linked to his family. On Tuesday, he reiterated the allegations. "...There were women dancing [in the bar]. Money was being thrown. All this information is in police records and the FIR. I got this information under RTI Act. Therefore, it cannot be false. When the raid was conducted, action was taken against 22 bar dancers, 22 customers and four employees." Trashing Kadam's claim that he was not aware of the bar's operations, Parab said, "They (Kadam and family) say they do not run the dance bar. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now As per the law, if a staffer or someone authorised by the owner commits a misdemeanour, the responsibility lies with the owner." Alleging that all rules on bar operations have been violated, he said Kadam's father, former minister Ramdas Kadam, sought to quell the controversy by claiming that there should not be a dispute since the bar is in his wife's name. "The minister goes as far as Navi Mumbai to raid dance bars calling them obscene and anti-social, but a dance bar licensed in his mother's name is running. Who will take action against it?" On the alleged diversion of sand, Parab said, "Sand was supposed to be removed from Mahadev river, but the company was removing it from Savitri river... After I raised the issue, the removal of sand was stopped." Dismissing Parab's charges as "baseless and defamatory", Kadam said he would write to the legislative council chairperson, demanding that the MLC's remarks in the House be expunged since they were made in his absence, thereby amounting to a violation of legislative rules.
Time of India
11 hours ago
- Time of India
Now, Bhumre's driver gets summoned by income tax department
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: Jawed Shaikh, who is employed as a driver with Shiv Sena MP Sandipan Bhumre and his MLA son Vilas, was summoned by the . The department requested his presence along with his books of accounts and documents. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Jawed Shaikh is already being investigated by the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) about why Mir Mehmood Ali Khan, a descendant of Salar Jung, gifted the driver prime land worth hundreds of crores. On July 3, Shaikh received a fresh summons under section 131(1A) of the Income Tax Act 1961, requesting his attendance in connection with proceedings under the Act in his case. Section 131(1A) grants the I-T department the authority to enforce an individual's attendance, discover and inspect any property, and issue commissions. It also allows the department to examine the assessee on oath and compel the production of necessary books of accounts and all relevant documents. The I-T department warned in its notice that any default by Jawed Shaikh would attract action under section 272A(1)(C) of the I-T Act, empowering the investigation officer to impose a penalty of Rs 10,000 for each default. Jawed Shaikh, a trusted aide of the Bhumres, became the focus of the investigation after Mir Mehmood Ali Khan gifted him prime plots valued at hundreds of crores. There are allegations that Jawed received approximately 8.5 acres in two instalments through hibanama (gift deed). The combined market valuation of these plots is about Rs 500 crores. Documents revealed that both transactions had common witnesses, and the bonds were purchased from the same notary lawyer. Applications to add Jawed Shaikh's name to the PR card for both properties were made on Feb 9, 2023, and his name was recorded on the PR card on May 25, 2023, and June 28, 2024, respectively. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now These prime plots are located in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar city, where the economic offences wing of the city police is already investigating a related complaint. In the past few weeks, the EOW has recorded statements from Khan, four of his children, and Jawed Shaik. Unsatisfied with their responses, the EOW plans to summon them again to cooperate in the inquiry. Phone calls and messages sent to Jawed for his comments did not elicit any response.
