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Ajit Pawar reviews Akola development works, stresses proper use of funds

Akola: Deputy chief minister of Maharashtra and state finance & planning minister Ajit Pawar conducted a comprehensive review of development projects in Akola and Washim districts on Wednesday. Chairing a meeting at the Planning Bhavan, Pawar directed that the District Planning Committee (DPC) funds be fully utilized for quality and necessary works, ensuring all planned projects are completed by February 2026 without any unspent allocations. Pawar emphasized, "No funds should remain unutilized in the 2025–26 cycle, and quality and deadline compliance must be strictly followed." He was accompanied by state minister for soil and water conservation Indranil Naik, MP Anup Dhotre, MLAs Randhir Savarkar, Amol Mitkari, Vasant Khandelwal, Kiran Sarnayak, Sanjay Khodke, Sajid Pathan, Saibai Dahake, and senior administrative officials including additional collector Pramod Gaikwad, municipal commissioner Sunil Lahane, and SP Archit Chandak. Pawar warned against misuse of DPC funds for unnecessary purchases, stressing timely and efficient execution. "Any irregularity will invite strict action," he said, adding that innovative schemes must result in impactful projects. Taking stock of issues farmers face during the kharif season, Pawar issued a stern directive: "Any malpractice involving forced linkage of seeds and fertilizers will lead to FIRs against dealers and companies." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo He also encouraged AI adoption in agriculture with support from agricultural universities. Reviewing crop loan disbursement, he urged departments to enhance awareness among farmers and ensure benefit delivery under various schemes. The deputy CM directed completion of underground drainage works in Akola with long-term planning for the next 25 years of urban growth. He assured additional funds for municipal projects and emphasized linking PMAY with the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana to benefit maximum families. Pawar also promised resolution of pending issues related to the medical college and super-speciality hospital in Akola. Highlighting the transition from the government's 100-day to 150-day program, Pawar urged authorities to expedite implementation of key schemes like PMAY, solar pump distribution, and desiltation of dams and farmlands under 'Galmukt Dharan – Galyukt Shivar'. Pawar announced a positive move towards completing the Akola airport project. "We will ensure runway expansion, night landing facility, and resolve technical issues. All efforts will be made to complete the airport," he assured. Ajit Pawar unveiled an ambitious statewide tree plantation drive with a target of planting 10 crore trees this year, and 25 crore trees from next year onward. Under the CAMPA initiative, Rs3,000 crore has been allocated for large-scale environmental and afforestation works. Ajit Pawar's review in Akola highlighted an assertive and accountable governance approach, stressing fiscal discipline, environmental sustainability, and farmer welfare, along with clear timelines for infrastructure and public welfare delivery. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .