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Thane: Congress flags illegal constructions in Yeoor, seeks probe into alleged tribal land transfers

During the meeting, Congress representatives expressed concern over the alleged increase in constructions in the Yeoor forest area surrounding Sanjay Gandhi National Park. They alleged that large bungalows were being constructed at the cost of the region's natural environment and ecological balance

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The delegation met Thane Municipal Commissioner Saurabh Rao and urged the civic administration to initiate investigations and take strict action against those found violating the law. PIC/BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT

The delegation met Thane Municipal Commissioner Saurabh Rao and urged the civic administration to initiate investigations and take strict action against those found violating the law. PIC/BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT

Illegal constructions in the ecologically sensitive Yeoor forest area, alleged irregularities in the transfer of tribal lands and unauthorised hoardings across Thane city were among the key issues raised by a Congress delegation during a recent meeting with Thane Municipal Commissioner Saurabh Rao.

The delegation, led by Vikrant Chavan, met Rao and held discussions lasting nearly an hour, urging the civic administration to initiate investigations and take strict action against those found violating the law.

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