Former Maharashtra Environment Minister and Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray has written to Maharashtra Forest Minister Ganesh Naik, urging the immediate opening of Mumbai’s first dedicated mangrove park at Gorai Mangrove Park for public access.

While writing a letter to the Naik, Thackeray highlighted that although the park is fully prepared and ready for visitors, it continues to remain shut. Thackeray further noted that he had previously raised the issue through a letter dated April 7, 2026, and reminded the Forest Minister that during the state budget session, the government had assured that the park would be opened soon.