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Maha cabinet approves renaming of 2 key sea links after Savarkar, Vajpayee

Maha cabinet approves renaming of 2 key sea links after Savarkar, Vajpayee

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday announced that Versova–Bandra Sea Link will be named as Veer Savarkar Setu and Mumbai Trans Harbour Link to be renamed as Atal Bihari Vajpayee Smruti Nhava Sheva Atal Setu. The decision to rename MTHL was taken in the state cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Other than this, Maharashtra cabinet also decided to expand the limit of Mahatma Jyotirao Phule Jan Arogya Yogana from ₹2 lakh to ₹5 lakh. Last month, Eknath Shinde, had announced that Versova-Bandra Sea Link will be named after Savarkar. The decision was approved by the cabinet today.The upcoming Versova-Bandra Sea link will connect Andheri to the Bandra-Worli Sea Link as part of the coastal road project. The MTHL will connect Mumbai to Navi Mumbai. The construction work of the sea link is expected to be over by the end. 

28 June,2023 06:06 PM IST | Mumbai
Bandra Versova sea link to be named after Veer Savarkar CM Eknath Shinde

Bandra Versova sea link to be named after Veer Savarkar CM Eknath Shinde

Maharashtra Chief Minister paid floral tribute to Veer Savarkar on his birth anniversary on May 28. CM Shinde announced to name Bandra-Versova sea-link bridge after VD Savarkar. He said, “Bandra-Versova sea-link bridge will be named after VD Savarkar and will be known as Veer Savarkar Setu.”

29 May,2023 11:04 AM IST | Mumbai
New Bridge On Mumbai-Ahmedabad Highway To Be Operational In February

New Bridge On Mumbai-Ahmedabad Highway To Be Operational In February

The new 4 lane highway, constructed from Versova near Ghodbunder on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad National Highway No. 8 will be opened for citizens from February 20, 2023. Shiv Sena MP Rajan Vichare visited the construction site, discussed with the National Highway Project Officer Mukunda Attarde and gave this information to the media

04 December,2022 02:55 PM IST
How This Mumbai Bookseller Found His Calling On A Footpath In Matunga

How This Mumbai Bookseller Found His Calling On A Footpath In Matunga

Almost 70 years after his father set up shop on a footpath in Matunga, Kasi Viswanathan continues to run Durai Book House on the very same spot. After taking over it 30 years ago, he has recognised changing trends and hopes to continue keeping Matunga as a hub for book lovers in Mumbai

04 December,2022 02:42 PM IST | Mumbai
How This Versova Library Caters To Comic Book Readers In Mumbai

How This Versova Library Caters To Comic Book Readers In Mumbai

Many comic book lovers in the city are aware of Leaping Windows, one of Mumbai’s only spaces dedicated solely for people to indulge in anime, manga, graphic novels and comic books. From starting out of their Bandra home to running a full-fledged café to aid the reading room, Mid-day Online visits and speaks to co-founder Utsa Shome to understand more

20 November,2022 04:20 PM IST | Mumbai
How This Versova Father-Son Duo Converted A Scrap Shop Into A Bookshop

How This Versova Father-Son Duo Converted A Scrap Shop Into A Bookshop

When Navin Soni came to Mumbai from Gujarat over five decades ago, little did he know that his scrap shop would turn into a book shop but he is happy to hand it over to his son Nishant, who is now continuing his father’s legacy

22 October,2022 04:24 PM IST | Mumbai
Mumbai Fisherman's Bright Idea Could Save Our Creeks From Plastic Waste

Mumbai Fisherman's Bright Idea Could Save Our Creeks From Plastic Waste

Self-taught artist and Versova fisherman Vishnu Hegde and the architect duo behind an ingenious fishing net contraption that is trapping plastic waste in a Versova creek, let mid-day in on the evolution of a project that’s quirky for its jugaad and promising for its potential

21 August,2022 03:12 PM IST
Akshay Kumar begins Sunday at Mumbai's Marine Drive with fans

Akshay Kumar begins Sunday at Mumbai's Marine Drive with fans

It was all about fitness for Akshay Kumar on Sunday morning as the actor arrived at Mumbai's iconic Marine Drive. Every Sunday morning, citizens take over the roads at Marine Drive with various activities like yoga, zumba, exercise or even play games. This Sunday, citizens were in for a special surprise as Akshay Kumar arrived at Marine Drive amidst heavy police presence. The actor's presence was acknowledged by the Mumbai Police and the actor even made a run. 

07 July,2022 07:31 PM IST | Mumbai
Street Of Juhu Versova Link Road Went Traffic Free For 'Sunday Streets'

Street Of Juhu Versova Link Road Went Traffic Free For 'Sunday Streets'

At the crack of dawn on Sunday, some of the Mumbai streets was seen to be traffic free making way for Mumbai to indulge in some retreats like Zumba, cycling, yoga etc. This unique citizen-friendly initiative has been brought back by Mumbai Police and is called 'Sunday Streets'.

24 April,2022 01:28 PM IST | Mumbai
Salman was snapped at the airport, Rakul Preet, Sara Ali Khan were spotted

Salman was snapped at the airport, Rakul Preet, Sara Ali Khan were spotted

Stars like Salman Khan and many more were snapped at the airport. Varun Dhawan was spotted at Juhu, while Sara Ali Khan and Dinesh Vijan were seen at the Versova Jetty.

01 December,2021 02:04 PM IST | Mumbai

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