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6 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Thane Municipal Corporation waives pavilion fee for Ganesh, Navratri festivals
Agency: PTI Thane, Aug 15 (PTI) The Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) has decided to waive pandal or pavilion rental charges for the coming Ganesh and Navratri festivals, local MP Naresh Mhaske stated on Friday. The decision comes ahead of civic elections. Mhaske had requested the corporation to waive the charges levied on `mandals' or groups for erecting pandals on roads for the public celebration of the Ganesh festival and Navratri, a statement from his office said. PTI COR KRK 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.
Time of India
11-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Thane residents win relief as Borivli tunnel entry realigned
Thane: In a victory for the residents of Mullabaug in Thane, MMRDA will realign the Thane-end entry and exit points of the twin tunnel highway to Borivili through a covered route which is likely to be at a carriageway depth of five metres. This adjustment ensures the alignment bypasses the densely populated cluster of high-rise buildings in the vicinity before surfacing several meters ahead of Ghodbunder Highway. The revised plan received an in-principle nod from deputy CM and MMRDA chairman Eknath Shinde on Tuesday. MMRDA officials said fresh surveys will be conducted to finalize the alignment, adding that a rise in project cost is likely due to the changes. Residents from housing societies including Cosmos Lounge, Neelkanth Greens, Neelkanth Woods, The Verraton, and Shree Satya Shankar -- united under the banner of Mullabaug Project Affected People -- had voiced strong opposition to the original alignment. The earlier plan routed the tunnel's exit through their "tranquil neighborhood", stoking concerns over traffic congestion and pollution. In April, residents staged protests and submitted representations to public officials, including Shiv Sena MP Naresh Mhaske and NCP (SP) MLA Jitendra Awhad. The matter was covered in detail by TOI. "The Thane-end of the tunnel will be extended by 200 metres towards the boundary wall of Shree Satya Shankar society, closer to Ghodbunder Highway. This realignment will bring much-needed relief from traffic congestion for locals," Shinde announced following a meeting with representatives from the MMRDA, the municipal corporation, and resident delegations in Mumbai. An MMRDA official explained, "The tunnel entry and exit will now be underground until it reaches beyond the residential zone. The road will remain approximately five meters underground. Either the cut-and-cover method or box tunnelling will be used. The six-lane highway will emerge 50 meters past the Shree Satya Shankar society compound wall, near the Thane-end toll plaza ahead of the Ghodbunder junction." Before finalizing the new alignment, 12 alternative routes were evaluated. A detailed route map, along with revised cost estimates, will be released at a later stage, officials said. "We're pleased that the key demands raised by the Mullabaug Project Affected People have been addressed," said Nitin Singh, a resident of one of the affected societies.
Time of India
18-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
First-time Thane MP Naresh Mhaske named Sansad Ratna Award recipient for parliamentary performance
THANE: First-time Shiv Sena MP from Thane, Naresh Mhaske , was named a recipient of the prestigious Sansad Ratna Award , announced in New Delhi. He is among 17 MPs and two parliamentary standing committees selected for the honour, Mhaske informed the media on Sunday. The announcement was made by K. Srinivasan, founder of the Sansad Ratna Awards , and Priyadarshini Rahul, Chairperson of the Awards Committee. Other Maharashtra awardees include Dr Varsha Gaikwad (INC) and Arvind Sawant (Shiv Sena–UBT), among others. Mhaske said he was recognised for his active participation in parliamentary debates, questions, and budget discussions. His consistent attendance and strong stance on issues—such as stricter laws for social media and OTT platforms, and 100% insurance coverage on bank deposits—were key factors in his nomination. Starting his political career with the Bharatiya Vidyarthi Sena, Mhaske rose through the ranks as corporator, house leader, and Mayor of Thane before being elected MP in 2024. He serves on the Standing Committee on Housing and Urban Affairs , the Joint Parliamentary Committee on the Waqf Amendment Bill 2024, and committees on Railways, Urban Development, and Passenger Water Transport. 'This recognition is thanks to the unwavering support of my leader, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde , and MP Dr Shrikant Shinde. I also thank my voters and MahaYuti colleagues,' Mhaske said. The 15th Sansad Ratna Awards ceremony will take place in New Delhi in the last week of July 2025.
