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Time of India
15 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
25 killed, 108 injured in predator attacks in Chandrapur in 7 months: MoEFCC
Chandrapur: Over the past seven months, predator attacks have claimed 25 lives and left 108 others injured in Chandrapur district, revealed information provided by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change in response to a query raised in the Lok Sabha by MP Pratibha Dhanorkar. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The ministry informed that the Maharashtra govt has adopted several steps to mitigate the crisis, including the installation of AI-powered cameras to monitor animal movement, deployment of Quick Response Teams (QRTs) in villages bordering the Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve, and timely disbursal of financial relief to victims of wild animal attacks. The center's reply further stated that funds are being utilised for solar fencing and construction of physical barriers to limit wild animal incursions. Dhanorkar, however, questioned the effectiveness of these measures, alleging that despite rising casualties, the response from both the Centre and the state remains "confined to paperwork". She argued that under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, the chief wildlife warden has the authority to order the capture or shoot animals posing a threat to human life, "yet decisive action to protect citizens is missing". "The deaths and injuries clearly show that existing deterrents like solar fencing and fencing barriers have failed on the ground," Dhanorkar said, pressing for stronger intervention to safeguard villagers living in forest-fringe areas. The Chandrapur MP alleged that while the Centre has underlined its continued support and funding for conflict-mitigation projects, the mounting human toll highlights the widening gap between policy measures and their impact on the ground.
Time of India
04-08-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
After CM's Push, MP Dhanorkar Follows Up on Inclusion of 14 Disputed Villages into Maharashtra
Chandrapur: Days after chief minister Devendra Fadnavis issued directives for the inclusion of 14 disputed villages from Jiwati tehsil under Maharashtra's jurisdiction, the matter has gained further momentum with Chandrapur MP Pratibha Dhanorkar raising the issue at the central level. A delegation led by Dhanorkar met Union minister Bhupender Yadav in Delhi and urged immediate resolution of the decades-old border dispute. She pointed out that despite a 1997 Supreme Court ruling, the issue remains unresolved, with official demarcation and land record integration still pending. The 14 villages—including Antapur, Padmavati, Indiranagar, Palsaguda, Yesapur, Bhelapathar, Lendiguda, and others—lie along the Maharashtra-Telangana border and have long been caught in administrative ambiguity. The Telangana administration continues to exert parallel control, leaving thousands of Marathi-speaking residents in limbo. MP Dhanorkar stressed the need for urgent coordination between the Centre and the state to formally bring the villages under Maharashtra's administrative fold. Doing so, she said, would unlock development potential and restore rightful governance. The Union minister assured a prompt and positive resolution. During the meeting, Dhanorkar also flagged the issue of 8,649 hectares in Jiwati tehsil wrongly classified as forest land. As per joint reports by the local tehsildar and forest officials, the land does not meet the criteria for forest status. However, due to administrative delays, local farmers have been deprived of land rights and access to government schemes. Calling the misclassification a serious impediment to rural welfare, Dhanorkar requested the Union government's intervention to expedite the de-notification process. With both the state and Centre now actively engaged, hopes are high that the longstanding issues affecting Jiwati's border villages will finally be resolved.
Time of India
30-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Maha social media circular threatto democratic values: Dhanorkar
1 2 Chandrapur: Chandrapur MP Pratibha Dhanorkar has slammed the Maharashtra government's recent resolution issued on July 28 restricting social media use by government employees, calling it a direct attack on freedom of expression and a threat to democratic values. In a letter to CM Devendra Fadnavis, Dhanorkar demanded immediate withdrawal of the circular. The directive framed under Maharashtra Civil Services Rules, 1979, lays down strict conditions barring govt staff from making 'criticising the govt', engaging in 'self-promotion', and sharing confidential information online. It further mandates the separation of personal and official social media accounts, bans use of certain apps, and warns of disciplinary action for non-compliance. Calling the move 'draconian and unconstitutional', the Congress MP said the resolution seeks to silence govt employees and suppress their right to express views in a democratic setup. "This is not just a govt circular but an infringement on the constitutional rights guaranteed to every citizen, including public servants," Dhanorkar said. She argued that while protecting confidential information is important, the govt cannot 'misuse' such provisions to curb fundamental freedom. "Conditions like barring critical opinions or restricting creative expression will put undue pressure on employees and stifle their independent thinking," she said. "The circular is against the spirit of our democracy. I demand it to be withdrawn without delay in the interest of justice, transparency, and freedom," she added.
Time of India
20-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
3 acute flaccid paralysis cases reported in Sambhajinagar
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: Health authorities in Phulambri taluka have diagnosed three children from a local hamlet with Acute Flaccid Paralysis (AFP). The children — aged two-and-a-half, nine and 11 years old, rapidly developed weakness and reduced muscle strength. After initial treatment at a local hospital, the children were transferred to a private hospital in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar on Saturday. District health officer Dr. Abhay Dhanorkar said while all three are confirmed cases of AFP, the underlying cause could be polio, Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), or another post-viral infection. "An 11-year-old boy has already tested negative for GBS and is recovering," he said. "The lab results for the other two children are still pending. As part of a thorough investigation, stool samples from all three children have been sent to the National Institute of Virology (NIV) in Pune for further analysis," he added. Health authorities have also been collecting samples of drinking water in the village Mauje Khambatvasti for lab testing. "We have collected water samples from the homes of the three children and neighbouring houses. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Many Are Watching Tariffs - Few Are Watching What Nvidia Just Launched Seeking Alpha Read More Undo Also, mass screening of villagers is being carried out," Dhanorkar said. "The hamlet has a population of around 400, and nobody has reported major health complaints so far,"he added. According to the health authorities, the nine-year-old boy first developed weakness and reduced muscle strength on July 12, following which his family consulted with the local doctors. Later, another 11-year-old boy complained of similar health issues on July 16, and another 2.5-year-old suffered similar conditions the following day.
Time of India
19-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Wheels Of Grit: How Specially Abled Women Are Redefining Delivery Jobs
1 2 Nagpur: On any given day, if you spot a food delivery executive zipping past you on an electric bike, look closer — you might witness a quiet revolution in motion. Wearing the uniform of a leading food delivery aggregator, five women aren't just beating traffic; they're beating the odds. Each one lives with over 80% disability. Earning a steady income of Rs25,000 a month, these women are scripting a new narrative of dignity and independence. TOI spoke to a few specially abled women who are currently working as food delivery executives to learn about what drove them to the job. Manjusha Dhanorkar, who was widowed two years back after a long illness of her husband, wanted to take care of her two children — studying in 10th and 12th — and her mother-in-law and her husband's grandmother. "Even before the death of my husband when he was suffering from a deadly disease, the responsibility of my family came over me. I had two options: either let my disability stop me or do something for my family. I chose the latter," said Dhanorkar. She then started driving children to school in her e-rickshaw and used to earn around Rs15,000 per month. "Around four months back, I got the opportunity to work as a food delivery executive. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Now I am working both jobs and earning a modest living," said Dhanorkar. Dhanorkar was among five other women and 10 men who got to work with the food delivery aggregator after they were approached by an organisation, Youth4Job, which works for people with disabilities. Trupti Lonare, who too has to take care of her widowed sister and a mother suffering from paralysis, said that she got a call from the organisation. "They told me that they will be providing us training and a vehicle to make deliveries. They told me that we have to pay Rs3,000. Earlier I was hesitant but later agreed to it and paid the money on the day of training. We were provided with vehicles and training about how to deal with customers. Since then, 15 of us, including five women, have joined the food aggregator and are earning steadily," said Lonare, adding that the job has made her financially independent. The specially abled food delivery executives have to do orders in a 4-kilometre radius from their residence and carry out around 10 deliveries every day, earning Rs80 per delivery. "I am a graduate and live with my old parents. I work for around 6 hours daily till the battery of my vehicle sustains. I also do sewing work side by side. This work has given me renewed dignity that I too can live with respect," said Suruchi Shahu, another food delivery executive. The women claimed that 95% of their experience while working is good. "When we tell customers that we are handicapped, they come down from the building and even look at us with awe and respect. What else do we need," said Shahu.
