Latest news with #ChhatrapatiSambhajinagarMunicipalCorporation
Time of India
4 hours ago
- Health
- Time of India
Animal welfare board members criticize Sambhajinagar civic body over poor execution of animal birth control programme
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: Members of the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) have severely criticised the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation for its inadequate implementation of the animal birth control (ABC) programme for stray dogs. AWBI member and animal rights activist Berryl Sanchis said the ABC programme was implemented without appropriate leadership, lacking both a full-time chief animal husbandry officer and an official monitoring committee. "A private firm is executing the programme with no direct supervision of the municipal corporation. The key position of chief animal husbandry officer is very necessary for the scientific execution of the ABC programme," Sanchis said. Sanchis pointed out issues including insufficient veterinary care, unsanitary conditions, and unauthorised relocation of dogs during sterilisation, calling for an official investigation into the programme. "While the ABC programme is important to keep a check on the population of stray dogs and avoid incidents of dog bites, it must be conducted within the framework of humanity and legality. We have raised strong concerns about the deaths of dogs, abrupt relocation of dogs after the surgeries, and overall inhumane treatment," Sanchis said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Idols - Handmade Brass Statues for Home & Gifting Luxeartisanship Buy Now Undo On Saturday, Sanchis, along with AWBI representative Shriniwas Dhuppad and local animal welfare advocates, conducted a meeting to address their concerns about the ABC programme in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation's animal husbandry officer Shaikh Shahed Shaikh Nizam said the private agency responsible for the ABC programme had been instructed to follow established guidelines. "We have told the agency that its contract would be terminated if concerns raised by the animal lovers are not addressed," he said. Senior civic officials were unavailable to comment on the appointment of a chief animal husbandry officer and the establishment of a required monitoring panel under their supervision.
Time of India
a day ago
- Time of India
Over 340 encroachments on Beed Bypass Road removed, drive resumes on Monday
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: The civic body has cleared more than 340 illegal structures along the Beed Bypass Road during its current anti-encroachment drive. The operation, which started on June 3, will continue from Monday following a two-day pause due to festivities. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Pramod Jadhav, who oversees Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation's special ex-servicemen squads, confirmed that Rs 2.8 lakh in penalties was collected from residents during the anti-encroachment operation. "The Beed Bypass Road has emerged as one of the fastest-developing commercial and residential areas of the city. The stretch of nearly 6km, from Mahanubhav Chowk to Deolai Chowk, had different encroachments, even on service roads and other road infrastructure. These illegal structures are being removed during the special drive," he said. According to Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation (CSMC) officials, the removed structures included both permanent and temporary constructions. "A public notification was issued appealing to people to remove the encroachments. Some of them removed their illegal structures on their own while the remaining did not pay heed to the appeal and attracted fines," Deshmukh said, adding that the drive was carried out under the supervision of municipal commissioner G Sreekanth. Local residents from Satara Deolai and surrounding areas have requested continued action until all unauthorised structures are removed. "Some big hotels and other commercial establishments have encroached upon the service road, causing huge inconvenience to locals. The authorities should also pay attention to service roads being used for illegal vehicle parking by these establishments," said Rajshekhar Wamshi, a private professional.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
34 new Covid cases, total 569 since May in city
Mumbai: On Thursday, the city added 34 new Covid-19 cases, taking the total since May to 569. There have been four Covid-19-linked deaths in the city since, and three more in MMR. All had pre-existing health conditions. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now In all, the state reported 98 Covid-19 cases on the same day. There were four in Thane, two in Kalyan, one in Vasai-Virar, four in Pune district, 10 in Pune city, one each in Satara, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district and Nagpur, and three in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation. Health officials said all those diagnosed on Thursday are mild cases. Since cases began to surge in mid-May, there have been 17 Covid-19-linked deaths, all with comorbidities like diabetes, cancer and stroke. tnn
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Civic body launches WhatsApp channel to connect with citizens
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation (CSMC) on Monday announced the launch of its own WhatsApp channel for the benefit of citizens. The virtual platform will help the local civic body in dissemination of various information, said municipal commissioner G Sreekanth. "The WhatsApp channel was created with the aim of making the communication between the local civic body and citizens more effective, easy, and prompt. Various projects, schemes, official statements, press releases, and other important information from our side will be regularly delivered to the citizens through this channel," he said. Sreekanth said the new virtual platform will keep citizens abreast of different official happenings within the municipal corporation in one place. Titled ' CSMC OFFICIAL ', the WhatsApp channel of local civic body achieved over 430 subscribers within hours of launch. The civic administration has appealed to all citizens to subscribe to the CSMC WhatsApp channel and get reliable information about the workings of the municipal corporation. Meanwhile, many citizens said the new virtual platform should be run by able people to ensure sustained and meaningful existence. "Opening a communication channel on a popular social media platform is commendable. However, there should be good flow of messages on such a channel to share real-time updates , official announcements, and happenings. The new initiative must not remain on paper," said Yogesh Dharashivkar, a local resident from Mayur Colony area. |
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Govt committed to uplift weakest sections of society: Union minister
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: "Govt is committed to uplift the weakest sections of society," said Virendra Kumar, the Union minister of social justice and empowerment, on his visit to Tisgaon in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, where he reviewed the progress of the Scheme for Economic Empowerment of DNTs (SEED), the minister said: "Plans have been formulated to promote the economic development of the weaker communities, revive their traditional occupations, empower them socially and economically, and improve their quality of life. Special efforts are required so that these communities reap the benefits of all govt welfare programmes," he said along with financial assistance, special efforts will also be made for educational development, employment generation, and rehabilitation. "An umbrella scheme has been prepared for the empowerment of the target vulnerable units, and an estimated Rs 200 crore will be spent over a period of five years, focusing on educational empowerment, health, livelihood, land, and housing," he distribution of welfare boxes for construction workers, smart cards for workers, and Ayushman Bharat cards took place in Kumar's presence on the occasion. In another event, the Union minister distributed safety kits to sanitation workers of the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation. He also inspected different heavy machinery used by the local civic body for various works. Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: "Govt is committed to uplift the weakest sections of society," said Virendra Kumar, the Union minister of social justice and empowerment, on his visit to Tisgaon in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, where he reviewed the progress of the Scheme for Economic Empowerment of DNTs (SEED), the minister said: "Plans have been formulated to promote the economic development of the weaker communities, revive their traditional occupations, empower them socially and economically, and improve their quality of life. Special efforts are required so that these communities reap the benefits of all govt welfare programmes," he said along with financial assistance, special efforts will also be made for educational development, employment generation, and rehabilitation. "An umbrella scheme has been prepared for the empowerment of the target vulnerable units, and an estimated Rs 200 crore will be spent over a period of five years, focusing on educational empowerment, health, livelihood, land, and housing," he distribution of welfare boxes for construction workers, smart cards for workers, and Ayushman Bharat cards took place in Kumar's presence on the occasion. In another event, the Union minister distributed safety kits to sanitation workers of the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation. He also inspected different heavy machinery used by the local civic body for various works.
