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United News of India
6 hours ago
- Politics
- United News of India
Fadnavis releases special issue of ‘Lokrajya' on Ahilyadevi Holkar
Ahilyanagar, May 31(UNI) On the occasion of the tercentenary of Ahilyadevi Holkar's birth anniversary, a special issue of 'Lokrajya' based on her life and work was released by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday. The publication ceremony organized at the tercentenary birth anniversary celebration of Ahilyadevi Holkar at Choundi was attended by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, chairman of Maharashtra Legislative Council Prof Ram Shinde, Water Resources Minister and Guardian Minister of the district Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil, Sports and Youth Welfare Minister Dattatray Bharne, Other Backward Bahujan Welfare Minister Atul Save, MLA Gopichand Padalkar, MLA Vitthalrao Langhe, MLA Babasaheb Deshmukh, MLA Shivaji Kardile, MLA Narayan Patil, MLA Amol Khatal, MLA Chitra Wagh, MLA Kashinath Date, MLA Monika Rajale, MLA Suresh Dhas among others. This issue has been prepared under the guidance of Brijesh Singh, Principal Secretary and Director General of Directorate General of Information and Public Relations and Editor-in-Chief of 'Lokrajya'. The cover of the issue has a logo created on the occasion of the birth tercentenary. The issue provides information on the life of Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar, her work in Maharashtra, religious devotion, social work, ideal of governance, philanthropy, and various structures built by her. UNI VKB PRS
Indian Express
7 hours ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
‘Devendra Central Jail and Rehabilitation Centre': ‘Saamana' hits out at Fadnavis for ‘will put corrupt in jail' remark
Shiv Sena (UBT) mouthpiece Saamana on Saturday asked Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to name his ministry the 'Devendra Central Jail and Rehabilitation Centre'. 'Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said he will send those who indulge in corruption to jail. His statement is laughable. In the past, he had warned of putting those who indulge in corruption in jail. However, now he is showering praise and petals on the same people daily. The chief minister is making ridiculous statements giving them the honours of being 'Turangshree' and 'Yugpurush',' the editorial in the paper published on Saturday said. The paper said: 'Fadnavis has claimed that Maharashtra was ahead in foreign investment. In reality, Maharashtra is ahead in corruption, atrocities on women and criminalisation of politics.' 'In the ensuing cabinet meeting, minister Chhagan Bhujbal should move a proposal to name the Fadnavis-led ministry as Devendra Central Jail and Rehabilitation Centre…The government should sound the bugle for it,' the paper added. Taking a jibe at the BJP, the paper said: 'We are living in times when people are told to brazenly indulge in corruption and then join the BJP. They will be pardoned for all crimes if they join the BJP.' Pointing out that two Sri Lankan ministers have been jailed for corruption, the paper said: '…in India, instead of sending the corrupt to jail, they are joining the state and central ministries'. The paper said: 'The chief minister recently made the announcement that those who indulge in corruption will be sent to jail. He should actually clarify, which jail? Currently, Fadnavis's cabinet is serving as a jail. And the criminals in the cabinet are occupying lavish bungalows. This is the 'Sindoor' image of Maharashtra's corrupt.'
Economic Times
9 hours ago
- Politics
- Economic Times
Rename Churchgate station after Ahilyabai Holkar, demands Dhangar community leader
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis (File Photo) A Dhangar community leader on Saturday demanded that the Churchgate railway station in south Mumbai be renamed after Ahilyabai Holkar, the revered queen of the Maratha-ruled Malwa kingdom. Talking to reporters here, Dhangar leader Prakash Shendage also launched a sharp attack on the BJP over its alleged failure to deliver on the promise of granting the Scheduled Tribes (ST) status to his community. Dhangar, a shepherd community in the state, is currently in the Nomadic Tribes (NT) list. Its members have been demanding reservation benefits under the ST quota for the past several years. Talking about the demand for renaming Churchgate station, Shendage asked, "There is neither any church nor any gate here, so why retain the name Churchgate?" "An intersection close to it has already been named after Ahilyabai Holkar. Now it is time the station also carries her legacy," he said. Attacking the ruling BJP, he said the party has failed to fulfil the promise of granting reservation to Dhangars. "The man who promised ST status to the Dhangars is now the chief minister. He has held the post twice earlier, yet the community has received nothing," Shendage said without naming CM Devendra Fadnavis.
Indian Express
16 hours ago
- Business
- Indian Express
dharavi redevelopment
DHARAVI REDEVELOPMENT NEWS Dharavi redevelopment: From transit hubs to green spaces, here's what the master plan proposes May 31, 2025 7:32 am The Dharavi redevelopment master plan envisages a multi-modal transport hub, open spaces, mapping of religious structures, and industry clusters. Dharavi master plan proposes 58,532 housing units and 13,468 commercial units for rehabilitation of eligible tenants, residents cry foul May 30, 2025 9:15 am The numbers presented are part of the initial tenement estimates made by the special purpose vehicle that is undertaking the Dharavi redevelopment on the 251.24 hectares of Dharavi Notified Area. Govt approves master plan for Dharavi Redevelopment Project May 29, 2025 12:55 am The approval was granted during a high-level review meeting chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis at the Sahyadri Guest House, where Chief Executive Officer of the project SVR Srinivas presented a detailed overview of the plan. Adani's Mumbai slum revamp struggles to secure land in potential setback August 27, 2024 3:37 pm The project started in March with a survey to determine eligibility and its backers are aiming to complete construction in seven years. Dharavi redevelopment project: Survey work of area begins, ID numbers assigned to each house March 21, 2024 4:25 pm The survey began with each house being given a unique number and will be followed by a laser survey — also known as Lidar survey, a remote sensing method that uses rapid light pulses from a near-infrared laser to collect measurements — of each lane. Survey for Dharavi redevelopment project to begin on March 18 March 11, 2024 10:30 pm The data will be used by the state government to determine their rehabilitation eligibility criteria under the proposed redevelopment project. Dharavi redevelopment: No undue favour to Adani Group, tender process was transparent, Maharashtra tells HC August 31, 2023 12:56 am The government also told the court that it is a "false and baseless" allegation that the cancellation of the old tender was politically motivated All changes made to benefit Adani: Congress alleges TDR scam in Dharavi redevelopment scheme July 30, 2023 2:38 pm Congress MLA Varsha Gaikwad alleged that all the changes are being brought to ensure a profit to Adani Dharavi redevelopment: Provide 400 sq ft homes for all residents, AAP lists key demands July 25, 2023 6:21 pm Aam Aadmi Party vice-president Sandeep Katke said a new survey must be conducted if the government genuinely aims to redevelop Dharavi. Dharavi redevelopment: HC allows Seclink Technologies to challenge formal award of project to Adani group July 19, 2023 1:30 pm The Bombay High Court will hear the Dubai-based firm's challenge on August 7.
Time of India
19 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
State to remove ineligible beneficiaries from Ladki Bahin scheme: CM
1 2 3 Pune: Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday said state govt will remove all undue beneficiaries of the Mukhaymantri Majhi Ladaki Bahin Yojana. Fadnavis was speaking to reporters after a book release event hosted at the Bal Gandharva auditorium on Friday. According to the CM, the state has initiated cross-verification of the scheme beneficiaries as some individuals have taken advantage of the programme despite not being eligible for the dole. Earlier in the day, the state women and child development department had found that at least 2,200 state govt women employees took the financial aid provided by the scheme even when they were not entitled to it. The total misuse of govt funds is estimated at around Rs3.5 crore. In a post on X, state women and child development minister Aditi Tatkare had said, "After scrutinising nearly 2 lakh applications, 2,289 government employees were found to be the beneficiaries of the Mukhyamantri Ladki Bahin Yojana. After realising this, such beneficiaries are being not given the benefit of the scheme." Tatkare also said the government is committed to giving the benefit of the said scheme to all the eligible beneficiaries only and it will continue to scrutinise the applications for this. When asked by reporters about the brouhaha, Fadnavis refuted, "We are periodically reviewing beneficiaries. If anyone is found to have taken undue benefit of this scheme, they are being removed from the list. The assessment is not finished yet. The details will be shared once the inquiry is complete." Ahead of the Nov 2024 state assembly polls, the Mahayuti government in Maharashtra had launched the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana in Aug last year, under which eligible women in the age group of 21-65 years are entitled to a monthly amount of Rs 1,500. Government employees are, however, not eligible for the scheme. Mahayuti leaders have attributed the resounding success of the ruling alliance in the assembly polls to the Ladki Bahin scheme, but admitted that it has put severe strain on the state exchequer. At Friday's event in Pune, Fadnavis released the book 'Khajinyachi Shodhyatra', a book on Indian history written by history scholar Prashant Pol. At the event, Fadnavis remarked that the Indian civilisation has remained intact for centuries. "It is older and more developed than other Western civilisations," he said, adding, "However, some people, including invaders like the British, tried to rewrite history and undermine the rich culture and contribution of Indians. The influence of Indian culture and knowledge is seen in many parts of the world. But in our country, criticising Indian traditions has become a way to prove progressiveness for some so-called seculars." According to Fadnavis, some people have tried to promote a narrative against 'sanatan dharma'. At another event in the city on the same day, Fadnavis also felicitated youngsters who have done noteworthy work in social, sports, and other fields. The youth wing of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) had organised the programme to mark the tricentenary birth celebrations of Ahilyabai Holkar. At this occasion, Fadnavis said, "Holkar ensured that the rule of law existed. She introduced a legal system that delivered justice without any fear or favour. The court system was percolated to the village level under her guidance." Pune: Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday said state govt will remove all undue beneficiaries of the Mukhaymantri Majhi Ladaki Bahin Yojana. Fadnavis was speaking to reporters after a book release event hosted at the Bal Gandharva auditorium on Friday. According to the CM, the state has initiated cross-verification of the scheme beneficiaries as some individuals have taken advantage of the programme despite not being eligible for the dole. Earlier in the day, the state women and child development department had found that at least 2,200 state govt women employees took the financial aid provided by the scheme even when they were not entitled to it. The total misuse of govt funds is estimated at around Rs3.5 crore. In a post on X, state women and child development minister Aditi Tatkare had said, "After scrutinising nearly 2 lakh applications, 2,289 government employees were found to be the beneficiaries of the Mukhyamantri Ladki Bahin Yojana. After realising this, such beneficiaries are being not given the benefit of the scheme." Tatkare also said the government is committed to giving the benefit of the said scheme to all the eligible beneficiaries only and it will continue to scrutinise the applications for this. When asked by reporters about the brouhaha, Fadnavis refuted, "We are periodically reviewing beneficiaries. If anyone is found to have taken undue benefit of this scheme, they are being removed from the list. The assessment is not finished yet. The details will be shared once the inquiry is complete." Ahead of the Nov 2024 state assembly polls, the Mahayuti government in Maharashtra had launched the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana in Aug last year, under which eligible women in the age group of 21-65 years are entitled to a monthly amount of Rs 1,500. Government employees are, however, not eligible for the scheme. Mahayuti leaders have attributed the resounding success of the ruling alliance in the assembly polls to the Ladki Bahin scheme, but admitted that it has put severe strain on the state exchequer. At Friday's event in Pune, Fadnavis released the book 'Khajinyachi Shodhyatra', a book on Indian history written by history scholar Prashant Pol. At the event, Fadnavis remarked that the Indian civilisation has remained intact for centuries. "It is older and more developed than other Western civilisations," he said, adding, "However, some people, including invaders like the British, tried to rewrite history and undermine the rich culture and contribution of Indians. The influence of Indian culture and knowledge is seen in many parts of the world. But in our country, criticising Indian traditions has become a way to prove progressiveness for some so-called seculars." According to Fadnavis, some people have tried to promote a narrative against 'sanatan dharma'. At another event in the city on the same day, Fadnavis also felicitated youngsters who have done noteworthy work in social, sports, and other fields. The youth wing of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) had organised the programme to mark the tricentenary birth celebrations of Ahilyabai Holkar. At this occasion, Fadnavis said, "Holkar ensured that the rule of law existed. She introduced a legal system that delivered justice without any fear or favour. The court system was percolated to the village level under her guidance."
