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Time of India
03-08-2025
- General
- Time of India
Single-window system of Belagavi police to aid festival preparations
Belagavi: The police department opened a single window system at each police station in Belagavi city to help the Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Mandals obtain various permissions under one roof. Belagavi City Corporation (BCC) has undertaken pothole filling and road repair works. The police department held multiple meetings with the office bearers of various Mandals to address their grievances. Ganesh Mandals have planned to celebrate Ganeshotsav at more than 3,500 places across the district, including over 400 locations in Belagavi city. It is mandatory for Ganesh Mandals to obtain permission from the district administration to install public Ganesh idols. Therefore, a single window centre was started in the city police commissioner's office premises in collaboration with the BCC, Hescom, public works department, fire department, and police department. Environmentalist Sujith said that the use of PoP Ganesha idols should be gradually reduced, as they harm the environment. City police commissioner Bhushan Borase said in a release that permission centres will function from 2 pm to 10 pm every day. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Featuring Brigade Ebony™ at Brigade Showcase 2025 | Aug 8–10, Sheraton Grand, Brigade Gateway Brigade Group Learn More Undo Security arrangements across the district Belagavi Ganeshotsava is special in the state, with lakhs of people gathering. Therefore, the police department has prepared for a peaceful festival by keeping a close watch on sensitive areas. It was decided to deploy police officers from outside districts, including KSRP and RAF. A police officer said that a meeting of leaders of various religions was already held in all police stations, instructing them to celebrate the festival peacefully. Preparation in BCC jurisdiction According to the officials of the district administration, Rs 18 lakh was allocated for the use of cranes for the immersion of Ganesha idols in wells. BCC has reserved Rs 48 lakh for the cleaning of Ganesh idol immersion ponds located in various places, including Old Kapileshwar pond, Kote Kere, and Kanabargi pond. The corporation has decided to close the potholes on the roads used for idol immersion processions. BCC commissioner Shubha B said that in the wake of Ganeshotsav, priority is being given to improving the city's main roads and cleaning the idol immersion ponds. The work has started in some places. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !
News18
01-08-2025
- Politics
- News18
Big Relief For Mumbai Ganesh Mandals: Now Pay Only Rs 2,000 To Dig Pits For Pandals
Last Updated: BMC has rolled back the Rs 15,000 digging penalty for Ganesh pandals, bringing relief to Mandals ahead of the festive season In a big relief for thousands of Ganesh Mandals across Mumbai, the hefty Rs 15,000 penalty charged by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) for digging pits to erect pandals during Ganeshotsav is now being rolled back. Going forward, Mandals will have to pay just Rs 2,000, restoring the previous fee structure and sparing them an unreasonable financial burden. This decision comes after consistent follow-up by Maharashtra Cabinet Minister Mangal Prabhat Lodha. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde intervened on Thursday and instructed BMC Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani to revise the penalty. The announcement has brought immense relief to Mandals gearing up for the grand Ganeshotsav celebrations starting next month. For Ganesh Mandals, which are central to Maharashtra's cultural and spiritual identity, this change means more freedom to celebrate without worrying about harsh civic penalties. The revised amount of Rs 2,000 ensures that small and mid-size Mandals can continue their tradition with dignity and devotion. The turning point came on Wednesday, during the 'Raja Chhatrapati Samasya Samadhan Shibir' held at BMC's C-Ward office, where representatives of various Mandals voiced their concerns. Mangal Prabhat Lodha, who was present, immediately assured them that the issue would be resolved. He declared, 'Ganeshotsav is an inseparable part of Maharashtra's culture, and it must be celebrated with full enthusiasm. The government will stand by the Mandals." True to his word, Lodha followed up with civic officials and brought the matter to the attention of Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, leading to swift and decisive action. The move has been widely welcomed across Mumbai, with several Ganesh Mandals expressing gratitude to the government. Organisers say this gesture reflects the administration's commitment to preserving traditions and easing procedural stress during festival preparations. As the countdown to Ganeshotsav begins, this timely decision is being seen not just as an administrative reform, but as a cultural reassurance. With reduced fees and strong government support, Mumbai is now all set to celebrate Ganpati Bappa's arrival with more joy and fewer hurdles. view comments First Published: 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.
