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Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Nashik Kumbh Mela schedule out but suspense over guardian minister pick continues
Nashik: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday maintained ambiguity over who will be the guardian minister of Nashik district, hosting the Simhastha Kumbh Mela in 2026-27, indicating that differences among three Mahayuti allies vying for the post remain unresolved. Addressing reporters after chairing a meeting of seers to discuss the schedule for the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela, Fadnavis said, "Kumbh Mantri Girish Mahajan (BJP) is working along with ministers Dada Bhuse (Shiv Sena), Chhagan Bhujbal and Narhari Zirwal (both NCP). If needed, we are also there". The chief minister further said the absence of a guardian minister has not affected administrative work. "Guardian ministers come and go. Do not worry and don't bring politics in this issue. This (Kumbh Mela) is a religious and cultural parva (period)," Fadnavis said while replying to a query on the possible district guardian minister pick. Earlier this year, the appointment of guardian ministers of Nashik and Raigad districts was stayed amid a reported tussle in the ruling Mahayuti, comprising BJP, Shiv Sena led by Eknath Shinde, and NCP headed by Ajit Pawar, on the issue. Live Events On January 18, the state government announced the list of district guardian ministers, with Nationalist Congress Party's Aditi Tatkare getting Raigad and BJP leader Girish Mahajan being given the responsibility of Nashik. However, amid reports of discontent, the general administration department issued an order staying these two appointments on January 19. Mahajan and Bhuse had served as guardian ministers of Nashik district under governments headed by Fadnavis and Eknath Shinde, respectively. Before that, Chhagan Bhujbal of NCP (undivided) held the post when the Congress-NCP Democratic Front (DF) government was in power. Bhujbal, who was recently inducted as a cabinet minister in the Mahayuti government, has reportedly shown interest in representing the guardian minister's post. Economic Times WhatsApp channel )
The Hindu
07-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
In its maiden sitting outside Mumbai, State Cabinet honours Ahilyabai, woos Dhangars
The Maharashtra Cabinet on Tuesday, in its maiden sitting outside capital Mumbai, announced a bunch of decisions including ₹5,503 crore for the development of temples across the State, steps towards the Nashik Kumbh in 2027, and several initiatives for the Dhangar community. The meeting was held in Chondi to mark the 300th birth anniversary of Indore queen Ahilyabai Holkar and her legacy. Chondi is the birthplace of the medieval queen. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said that a sum of ₹681 crore has been sanctioned for the preservation of Ahilyabai's memorial in Chondi and a medical college, to be named Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Government Medical College, and an Industrial Training Institute for girls will be set up in Ahilyanagar district. The Cabinet also decided to make a feature film and release a special postal ticket and logo on Ahilyabai. Kumbh Mela authority Among other decisions, the Cabinet approved the framing of a law to set up an authority for the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela 2025. The Kumbh Mela Authority, which will be responsible for planning the mega congregation in Nashik district in 2027, will be formed on the lines of one in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. In an outreach to the Dhangar community, the Cabinet approved a plan to enrol more Dhangar students in reputed residential schools. 'Around 31,300 students have been enrolled in 162 schools between 2021-22 and 2024-25 under the Raje Yashwantrao Holkar Mahamesh Yojana. We look forward to enrolling over 10,000 students,' said Mr. Fadnavis. For years now, the Dhangar community has been demanding reservations under Scheduled Tribes category, which provides 7% quota, while they are currently receiving 3.5% reservation in education and jobs under the Nomadic Tribes category.
Hindustan Times
07-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Ludhiana: Statue of Maharaja Jassa Singh Ramgarhia unveiled at Khanna bus stand
Maharashtra will invest ₹ 4,820 crore to develop religious sites, including Tuljabhavani Temple, Mahalaxmi Temple, and Ashtavinayak Temples. A dedicated authority will oversee the 2027 Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela, expecting increased devotee participation.
Hindustan Times
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
State to spend ₹4,820 cr to develop religious sites
MUMBAI: The state government will spend ₹ 4,820 crore on the restoration, conservation and development of major religious sites across Maharashtra. The decision was taken at a meeting of the council of ministers in Ahilyanagar on Tuesday. The state will also set up a body to oversee the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela to be held in 2027. It will be set up on the lines of the Prayagraj Authority of the Uttar Pradesh government. Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga Temple in Nashik Religious sites that will get a makeover include the Shri Tuljabhavani Temple in Dharashiv, for which the state government has approved ₹ 1,865 crore. Tuljabhavani was the reigning deity of the Maratha empire. The Mahalaxmi Temple in Kolhapur will be restored at a cost of ₹ 1,445 crore. Mahurgad, a religious site in Nanded district with three mountains in Mahur (the Renuka Mahar Devi Mata Temple is one of the three temples at the site), will be developed at a cost of ₹ 829 crore, while the Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga Temple in Nashik, and the Shree Jyotiba Devasthan in Kolhapur, have been allotted ₹ 275 crore and ₹ 259 crore, respectively. The government has also earmarked ₹ 147 crore for the development of seven Ashtavinayak Temples in Maharashtra: Mayureshwar Temple (Morgaon), Siddhivinayak Temple (Siddhatek), Ballaleshwar Temple (Pali), Varad Vinayak Temple (Mahad), Chintamani Temple (Theur), Vighneshwar Ozar Temple (Ozar) and Mahaganapati Temple (Ranjangaon). The Girijatmaj Lenyadri Temple, the eighth Ashtavinayak temple in the state, is not in the list. The decision to spend ₹ 4,820 crore on religious sites comes at the time when the state government is struggling with a financial crunch. On establishing an authority for the Simhastha Kumbh Mela at Nashik in 2027, Fadnavis said, 'A draft ordinance has been approved to establish the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela Authority. The 12-yearly spiritual event is expected to attract millions of devotees. Their participation is expected to be four to give times higher than the 2015 turnout of 2.5 crore.'
Hindustan Times
26-04-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Approval for two helipads, eight parking bays at Shirdi airport
Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday approved the construction of two helipads and eight parking bays at Shirdi Airport, along with the airport's expansion and modernisation, as per communication from the chief minister's office (CMO). The decision comes ahead of the upcoming Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela. The approval was granted during the 91st board meeting of the Maharashtra Airport Development Company (MADC) held at Sahyadri Guest House in Mumbai. Deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde was also present at the meeting. Swati Pandey, vice-chairperson and managing director of MADC, made a detailed presentation on the various projects. The CM also directed officials to submit a plan for the extension of the runway at Amravati Airport, citing the growing industrial network in the region. He further stressed the need to develop a revenue model for the airport. Highlighting that the cargo terminal work at Shirdi Airport is already progressing, Fadnavis said that due to the proximity of Shirdi to Nashik, 'The airport will serve as a convenient entry point for pilgrims arriving by air during the Kumbh Mela.' He further said, 'The expansion will help manage the anticipated surge in air traffic during the religious event. The approved proposal includes eight new parking bays, two helipads, and upgradation of the passenger terminal.' Fadnavis also emphasised the importance of developing Latur Airport in light of the region's rapid overall growth. The improved facility is also expected to benefit nearby districts such as Beed and Dharashiv. He further instructed that work on Karad Airport be expedited and night-landing capabilities be introduced. The CM also suggested extending the runway at Chandrapur Airport to accommodate chartered flights and directed the exploration of two to three alternate sites for a proposed airport at Gadchiroli. The meeting also reviewed ongoing work at airports in Ratnagiri, Akola, Kolhapur, Nanded, and Dhule. Currently, flights are operational on 16 routes across the state under the Regional Connectivity Scheme (UDAN), and eight additional proposals have been submitted to the Centre.
