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Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
After 10 years of delay, Pimpri Chinchwad civic body moves to set up fire station in Bhosari MIDC
Pune: The Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation has floated a tender to set up a dedicated fire station in Bhosari MIDC, more than a decade after local industries put forward a demand and consistently followed up with authorities. A senior civic official said the project, as per tender amount, will cost around Rs22 crore and it will be completed within two years of a work order being issued. "The tender was floated on May 19. We have received bids from five companies and they will be opened in a day or two." Currently, PCMC relies on Sant Tukaramnagar fire station or Tata Motors' Pimpri unit in the event of a blaze in industrial units. The new fire station will come up on a 4,000 square meter plot allocated by MIDC (Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation) to the civic body. Other than advanced machinery specifically designed to tackle industrial fires, the facility will have staff quarters and a parking lot for fire vehicles. Sandeep Belsare, president of Pimpri Chinchwad Small Industries Association, said that more than 3,800 units legally operate across the twin cities. "We pursued the demand of an exclusive fire station with almost every industries minister since 2010, but only received assurances." Nearly 15% to 20% of the industries in Pimpri Chinchwad deal in polymers and chemicals — materials that pose a higher fire risk, he said. "Two years ago, the industries minister, Uday Samant, assured us that the officials concerned were instructed to complete the formalities to set up a fire station within a year, but no concrete action followed. Now that PCMC has initiated the tendering process, we hope it is carried through. " An official from PCMC's fire brigade department said while some existing fire stations possess advanced machinery to handle industrial fires, the new facility will allow the deployment of more advanced equipment and skilled manpower. "The responsibility to set up such a facility lies with MIDC, which issues NoCs and collects related charges from industries. However, PCMC has now taken up the initiative to proceed on its own. " PCMC faces a shortage of firefighting personnel. Earlier this year, it began the process to recruit 150 firefighters, but the drive is yet to be completed. The addition of a new fire station is expected to further burdern the department's available manpower, officials said. Pune: The Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation has floated a tender to set up a dedicated fire station in Bhosari MIDC, more than a decade after local industries put forward a demand and consistently followed up with authorities. A senior civic official said the project, as per tender amount, will cost around Rs22 crore and it will be completed within two years of a work order being issued. "The tender was floated on May 19. We have received bids from five companies and they will be opened in a day or two." Currently, PCMC relies on Sant Tukaramnagar fire station or Tata Motors' Pimpri unit in the event of a blaze in industrial units. The new fire station will come up on a 4,000 square meter plot allocated by MIDC (Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation) to the civic body. Other than advanced machinery specifically designed to tackle industrial fires, the facility will have staff quarters and a parking lot for fire vehicles. Sandeep Belsare, president of Pimpri Chinchwad Small Industries Association, said that more than 3,800 units legally operate across the twin cities. "We pursued the demand of an exclusive fire station with almost every industries minister since 2010, but only received assurances." Nearly 15% to 20% of the industries in Pimpri Chinchwad deal in polymers and chemicals — materials that pose a higher fire risk, he said. "Two years ago, the industries minister, Uday Samant, assured us that the officials concerned were instructed to complete the formalities to set up a fire station within a year, but no concrete action followed. Now that PCMC has initiated the tendering process, we hope it is carried through. " An official from PCMC's fire brigade department said while some existing fire stations possess advanced machinery to handle industrial fires, the new facility will allow the deployment of more advanced equipment and skilled manpower. "The responsibility to set up such a facility lies with MIDC, which issues NoCs and collects related charges from industries. However, PCMC has now taken up the initiative to proceed on its own. " PCMC faces a shortage of firefighting personnel. Earlier this year, it began the process to recruit 150 firefighters, but the drive is yet to be completed. The addition of a new fire station is expected to further burdern the department's available manpower, officials said.
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Min Samant assures infra push, steady power supply in city's industrial corridors
Pune: Maharashtra industries minister Uday Samant on Thursday said the govt is working on to resolve power supply issues, infrastructural challenges and security problems in industrial and technology hubs in the city. Samant, while talking during a meeting with industries representatives on Thursday, directed the power utility to immediately formulate a solution to rectify frequent power related issues during the monsoon. In an elaborated post on social media platform X, Samant directed the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) to initiate works of up to Rs1,000 crore in Chakan, Pimpri Chinchwad, Talegaon industrial areas and the IT park in Hinjewadi. The govt has issued work orders worth Rs450 crore to solve the power supply problem by the next year. The tender process for projects of up to Rs650 crore was under way, he wrote. For the Chakan industrial area, he said the work on roads from Nashik Phata to Khed junction and Talegaon-Chakan-Shikrapur would start in Feb on a build-operate-transfer (BOT) basis. The govt has also facilitated the allocation of eight acres of land for a 350-bed super speciality hospital for workers and restrooms for women workers. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo He directed the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) officials to conduct a survey to gauge availability of land for MSMEs as a separate cluster. "The plan is to accommodate 1,000 to 1,200 MSMEs at a single place as a cluster in each MIDC. Industries seeking land in such a cluster will have to follow the process, but they will be allotted the required land by MIDC. A decision will be taken after discussing the matter with the chief minister, deputy chief minister and the guardian minister," Samant said. For improving traffic flow and reduce accident, he said the police department would be issued three cranes in addition to premises for a new police station. He added that the govt will install 350 to 400 CCTV cameras in the Chakan industrial area for improved security, especially for workers returning from late shifts. Samant also issued survey orders for two to three new terminals in Chakan for robust logistics movement. The MIDC approved a road widening project worth Rs 762 crore in Hinjewadi. The work is expected to start in three to four months through the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA), Samant said.
Hindustan Times
17-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Mumbai airport replaces Turkey's Celebi with Indian firm
Mumbai: The Adani Group-led Mumbai International Airport Limited (MIAL) has appointed Kolkata-based firm Indo Thai Airport Services to provide ground-handling services to airlines on a temporary basis after terminating its agreement with Turkish firm Celebi NAS Airport Services. Indo Thai, which operates at nine other Indian airports, will be the interim ground handling service provider at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) for the next three months until a long-term partner is finalised, according to an MIAL spokesperson. The development comes a day after the Ministry of Civil Aviation revoked the security clearance of Celebi NAS with immediate effect, citing national security concerns. This was after Turkey's diplomatic alignment with Pakistan during the recent conflict with India following Operation Sindoor, which targeted terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan in response to the Pahalgam terror attack. After Celebi's contract was terminated, MIAL held a meeting with all affected airlines before deciding to appoint Indo Thai Airport Services, an Indian firm, temporarily until it finalises a new, long-term ground-handling partner. MIAL will initiate a Request for Proposal to onboard a long-term partner in the next three days, according to the spokesperson. All existing Celebi NAS employees at the Mumbai airport will also be transferred to Indo Thai Airport Services on their existing terms and conditions of employment, thereby ensuring no loss of employment and continued service delivery to airline partners, the spokesperson said. 'All ground-handling equipment currently owned by Celebi NAS will be leased by Indo Thai Airport Services, in order to maintain continuity of service,' the spokesperson said. 'MIAL has also assured all its airline partners that ground-handling operations will remain unaffected, and operations at CSMIA will continue seamlessly.' Political credit Following the development, the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena rushed to claim credit for terminating Celebi's contract and ensuring that 4,500 Indian employees of the Turkish firm did not lose their jobs. Addressing a press conference on Friday, Shiv Sena leader and state industries minister Uday Samant said, 'We held detailed discussions with the airport authority to ensure the continued employment of 4,500 Indian workers. Thanks to this initiative, their jobs are now secure.' Samant also threatened to launch protests if other Turkish companies operating in Maharashtra do not pack up and leave. 'Any foreign company that supports anti-India sentiments has no place in Maharashtra and must leave the country immediately,' he said. Meanwhile, the Shiv Sena's ally in the Mahayuti government, the Bharatiya Janata Party, held a protest at a Turkish eatery at Fort on Friday.
Hans India
11-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Mortal remains of Veer Jawan Murali Naik received with military honours
Bengaluru: As part of Operation Sindoor, Veer Jawan Murali Naik, a native of Kallithanda village in Gorantla Mandal, Penukonda Constituency, attained martyrdom during the Pakistan conflict. His mortal remains were received with full military honours by army officials at the Bengaluru Airport. Following the military salute, Andhra Pradesh BC Welfare, Handlooms & Textiles Minister Savithamma, along with Maharashtra Industries Minister Uday Samant, joined military officers in escorting the body with official protocol. Minister Uday Samant also visited the martyr's home in Talli Tanda village, Gorantla Mandal, paid his respects, and consoled the grieving parents. In a compassionate gesture, he connected the bereaved family via video call with Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, who offered his condolences and assured government support. Popular singer Mangli Bai also visited the family, offered words of comfort, and assured them of solidarity during this difficult time.
Business Standard
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Standard
'Abhijat Marathi' Logo Unveiled: A Bold Symbol for the Future of Marathi Entertainment
VMPL Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 2: In a proud and visionary step towards elevating regional content, the Marathi Language Ministry unveiled the official logo of the upcoming OTT platform Abhijat Marathi at a special ceremony held in New Delhi. The event was graced by Hon. Uday Samant, Minister for Marathi Language, and key contributors including Mr. Kedar Joshi, cultural strategist and media expert associated with the platform's development. The unveiling marks the beginning of a new digital chapter for Marathi entertainment, aiming to bring stories rooted in Marathi culture to audiences across the globe. Speaking at the event, Hon. Uday Samant said: "Abhijat Marathi is a cultural initiative that reflects our commitment to preserving the Marathi language while embracing new-age storytelling. The logo launch is the first step in building a platform that will celebrate our heritage and give a voice to Marathi creators on the global stage." Adding his thoughts, Kedar Joshi shared: "The logo of Abhijat Marathi is more than just a design -- it represents tradition meeting innovation. It sets the tone for a platform that will empower Marathi talent and give the world a glimpse of our language's creative strength." Backed by the Marathi Language Ministry, Abhijat Marathi aims to become a dedicated OTT platform in the near future, offering original web series, films, documentaries, and cultural content -- all in Marathi. The logo launch sets the foundation for what is expected to be a transformative platform for regional entertainment. As the excitement builds, the Marathi creative community and audience look forward to the official platform launch, which will take this movement from vision to reality.
