A portion of the road near Thakurdwar signal in Girgaon caved in on Monday morning, trapping the rear left wheel of a BEST bus.The incident occurred around 9:30 a.m. as the Route No. 121 bus (Bus No. 6232) from Backbay Depot was on its way to J. Mehta Marg.The cave-in happened at a spot where metro construction work is currently underway. Fortunately, no passengers were injured in the incident. "Water ingress was observed in the basement pit of the proposed Girgaon rehabilitation building, likely due to a nearby utility leakage. This seems to have caused ground loss forming a cavity that was not visible on surface. In the morning one tyre of a BEST bus sunk in this area which was retrieved shortly later. MMRCL is actively coordinating with BMC officials to trace and address any leakages from the water main, sewer main, or storm water drain (SWD) network. Necessary measures are being taken to reinstate the affected road section at the earliest and to prevent any recurrence," MMRCL said in a statement.A towing van was immediately sent to the location and the bus was removed from the sunken section and has been returned to the depot for inspection. Municipal and metro authorities are expected to review the site to prevent further mishaps. An official investigation is underway. A portion of Babasaheb Jaykar Marg in Girgaon caved in on Monday morning, causing the rear wheel of a BEST bus to get stuck in the sunken area.Fortunately, no injuries were reported.Via: Eeshanpriya MSVC: Special arrangement#Mumbai #BMC #BESTBus #MumbaiRoads #MumbaiNews pic.twitter.com/bUaFwRFfzk — Mid Day (@mid_day) June 16, 2025 The BMC control room confirmed the development, adding that further details are awaited as officials assess the situation. Back in April, mid-day had reported that Mumbai resembled a chaotic treasure hunt, with almost every street and bylane dug up for road concreting, Metro work, utility repairs, or long-neglected infrastructure projects that had suddenly resurfaced. In many parts of the city, roads were freshly concreted only to be dug up again to lay amenities that were previously overlooked. Officials monitoring the works claim there’s “method in the madness,” and that small stretches are being taken up one at a time. But the sheer scale of this operation is taking a massive toll on citizens, from walkers and motorists to the elderly and disabled. Emergency vehicles are forced to take long diversions, delaying response times. In many areas, hospital access roads are dug up with no viable alternative routes. Despite the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016, which mandates accessible infrastructure, Mumbai’s footpaths and streets remain largely non-compliant. For the city’s 4 lakh-plus disabled residents, navigating this mess has become nearly impossible. Experts say the lack of underground ducting for utilities is a key issue. Explaining the rationale behind the project, officials said that due to Mumbai’s heavy rainfall, traditional asphalt roads frequently develop potholes. In contrast, concrete roads last for at least 20 years, whereas asphalt roads typically last up to five years. Moreover, repairing potholes during the monsoon adds to maintenance costs.
16 June,2025 12:07 PM IST | Mumbai | Eshanpriya MSOn Monday, Mumbai is experiencing generally cloudy skies with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting heavy rainfall at a few places across the city and its suburbs. Over the past 24 hours, the city has received substantial rain, with the City (CT) zone recording 95 mm, the Eastern Suburbs (ES) 58 mm, and the Western Suburbs (WS) 75 mm. Citizens are advised to stay alert, especially in low-lying areas, as the rainfall may lead to localised waterlogging. Alongside the rain, high tide conditions are expected today at 15:31 hrs with sea levels reaching 4.21 metres, which could further contribute to flooding in coastal areas. The next high tide is predicted early tomorrow morning, June 17, at 03:31 hrs, measuring 3.44 metres. Meanwhile, low tide is expected tonight at 21:41 hrs at 1.86 metres, followed by another at 09:10 hrs tomorrow at 1.33 metres. With continued showers likely and tidal activity peaking, the civic authorities are monitoring the situation closely, and residents are urged to avoid venturing into waterlogged zones or coastal stretches during high tide periods. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is forecasted in coastal districts such as Mumbai, Palghar, Thane, Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg over the next few days, with some places expected to see extremely heavy rainfall, as per IMD. Thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds (up to 60 km/h) are predicted for many districts in the state. Parts of Maharashtra, such as Nashik, Dhule, Jalgaon, Nandurbar, and Ahmednagar, are expected to receive moderate to light rain, along with thunderstorms and gusty winds. Vidarbha region, including Nagpur, Chandrapur, Akola, and Amravati, will likely experience thunderstorms with lightning and localised gusty winds. The probability of rain-related events in all districts is marked as “Very Likely” throughout the forecast period. Warnings Issued:Risk of cloud-to-ground lightning, fall of weak trees, and power disruptions. Potential damage to crops, plantations, and kutcha houses due to unseasonal rains and winds. The public is advised to avoid open fields, stay indoors during thunderstorms, and not seek shelter under trees. Agromet Advisory:Farmers are advised to harvest mature crops early, protect stored grains, support young plants, and avoid irrigation or pesticide spraying. Ensure safe shelter for cattle and arrange proper drainage in fields to avoid crop loss.
16 June,2025 10:33 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentPrior to Sunday morning’s helicopter crash in Kedarnath, which claimed the lives of three members of a business family from Vani town in Maharashtra’s Yavatmal district, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) had already ordered a reduction in the frequency of helicopter operations, according to DGCA sources. The region had witnessed other helicopter-related emergencies earlier in 2025. While several of these incidents involved only technical or mechanical issues and no casualties, a crash on May 8 this year resulted in fatalities. The DGCA, in a statement issued on Sunday morning, confirmed the crash: “On 15.06.2025, Aryan Aviation Bell 407 helicopter VT-BKA operating flight on sector ‘Shri Kedarnath ji – Aryan Helipad, Guptkashi’ was involved in an accident.” The Bell 407 is a single-engine, four-bladed civilian helicopter also commonly used in emergency medical services. The Ministry of Civil Aviation also released a statement regarding the incident, reading: “Preliminary indications suggest that the probable cause may be Controlled Flight into Terrain (CFIT), with the helicopter reportedly airborne despite poor visibility and extensive clouding at the valley entry area. The exact cause will be determined through a detailed investigation by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB).” Rescue operations by National Disaster Relief Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Relief Force (SDRF) teams are underway at the crash site, the ministry added. In response to the incident, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami convened a high-level meeting later in the morning. The meeting was attended by senior state officials, the secretary (Civil Aviation), DGCA, and other associated teams. Action taken after the meeting >> Aryan Aviation’s Char Dham Yatra operations have been suspended immediately. All helicopter services in the region are halted on June 15-16 as a precaution. >> UCADA has been instructed to review safety compliance with all operators and pilots before resumption. A dedicated command-and-control centre will monitor real-time operations. >> The DGCA, following Civil Aviation Ministry orders, will deploy officers to oversee helicopter activities in Kedarnath valley and ensure strict monitoring of UCADA’s control room functions. The Ministry of Civil Aviation reaffirmed its commitment to aviation safety, stating: “It is non-negotiable and no operations should undertake flights in violation of weather-related and other protocols.” The ministry also issued strict instructions to the DGCA to enforce all existing provisions with full authority and added, “Discipline in flying operations is to be maintained at all costs, given the sanctity of human life.” Earlier mishaps June 7, A Kestrel Aviation helicopter en route to Kedarnath made an emergency landing on the highway in Rudraprayag district after developing a technical snag shortly after take-off. It made a hard landing on the road close to populated buildings, with its tail rotor hitting a parked car. All the pilgrims on board, as well as the pilot, had a narrow escape. May 17, A heli ambulance from AIIMS Rishikesh crash-landed near the Kedarnath helipad in Uttarakhand due to damage to its rear part. Fortunately, all three occupants on board — a doctor, a pilot, and a medical staff member — escaped unharmed. May 12, A helicopter returning from Badrinath to Sersi with pilgrims on board had to make an emergency landing in a school playground in Ukhimath due to poor visibility. All pilgrims were safe. The helicopter took off again after about an hour when the weather improved. May 8, A private chopper on its way to Gangotri temple crashed near Gangnani in Uttarkashi district killing six people, including five women and the pilot, and leaving one male passenger seriously injured.
16 June,2025 09:05 AM IST | Mumbai | Madhulika Ram KavatturThe town of Wani in Maharashtra’s Yavatmal district woke up to heartbreaking news on Sunday morning, as three members of a local family died in a helicopter crash en route to Kedarnath. The deceased — Rajkumar Suresh Jaiswal, 41, his wife Shradha Rajkumar Jaiswal, 34, and their two-year-old daughter Kashi Rajkumar Jaiswal — were residents of Wani. The couple’s two sons, aged six and ten, survived as they had stayed back with relatives. The Jaiswal family had originally planned their pilgrimage to Kedarnath earlier but postponed it due to safety concerns following the recent India-Pakistan standoff in the Pahalgam region. They rescheduled the trip for this week through a travel company, said family friend Niket Gupta. Yavatmal Superintendent of Police Kumar Chintha confirmed the deaths and said the incident occurred around 5.30 am, when the helicopter, carrying seven people from Guptkashi to Kedarnath, crashed in a dense forest area between Gaurikund and Trijuginarayan. Authorities have confirmed that all seven on board perished. “Out of concern for their safety, the Jaiswal family had postponed their original travel plans,” Gupta said. “It’s deeply tragic that despite their precautions, they met with such a fate.” Other relatives of the Jaiswal family were also on the pilgrimage, but were at a different location and not aboard the helicopter. Rajkumar Jaiswal was a well-known coal transport businessman in Wani, operating for over a decade. Friends described him as kind-hearted and compassionate. “We received the shocking news around 7 am,” said Gupta, speaking with mid-day over the phone. “Some family members have already left for Kedarnath to assist with recovery efforts, but we haven’t received confirmation yet.” Wani, located approximately 100 kilometres from Yavatmal city, has been left in mourning by the tragedy. Just a year ago, the family had named their youngest daughter ‘Kashi’. In her honour, a grand religious event — Kashi Shiv Mahapuran Katha — was organised in Wani with deep devotion. The event, conducted by noted spiritual orator Pradeep Mishra, saw widespread participation from the local community.
16 June,2025 09:01 AM IST | Mumbai | Archana DahiwalAhead of the crucial Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray has urged party leaders to focus on direct outreach with citizens across Mumbai. According to Shiv Sena (UBT) sources, while addressing party leaders and workers, Thackeray stated that it was time local leaders went door to door to connect with citizens and remind them what Shiv Sena has done for Mumbai. “Uddhav saheb has instructed us to attempt to connect with every citizen of the city and explain how Shiv Sena (UBT) has contributed to the development of the city, and how they [the ruling Mahayuti, comprising the BJP, Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena and Ajit Pawar-led NCP] are trying to erase this legacy,” said a party leader who attended the meeting. On Sunday, a closed-door meeting was held at Shiv Sena Bhavan, the party headquarters, in Mumbai, where Thackeray interacted with party workers and leaders such as Vibhag Pramukhs, Upvibhag Pramukhs and Shaka Pramukhs and even held a separate meeting for the party’s women's wing. Emphasising the importance of focusing on retaining control of the BMC, Thackeray, citing defections, told party workers and leaders that loyalty should be prioritised above personal or monetary gain. The BMC was scheduled to go to the polls in early 2022, but there have been no elections to the constituencies of 227 corporators as a case related to the OBC reservation issue is being heard in court. However, last month, the Supreme Court directed the Maharashtra government to conduct polls within four months. For nearly 25 years, the undivided Sena and BJP had been allies who ruled the civic body. But in 2017, the BJP and the undivided Sena contested the civic polls separately. The undivided Shiv Sena won 84 of the seats, while the BJP managed to bag 82 seats, a massive jump from its 2012 tally of 51. However, after a split engineered in 2022 by Eknath Shinde, the UBT camp has weakened. Such is the situation that of its 84 elected corporators, 43 joined the Shinde camp. This will be the first civic election since the Sena split. In such a scenario, this civic election is a do-or-die battle for the UBT camp, especially when the Shinde Sena is flexing its muscle in Mumbai and even the BJP has set a target of ‘Mission 150’ for the BMC polls. During the Assembly elections conducted in 2024, of the 21 seats the UBT contested in Mumbai, it won 10. It had 14 MLAs in 2019.
16 June,2025 08:56 AM IST | Mumbai | Sanjeev ShivadekarDr Tadie MRA, a medical professional at the Gujarat Cancer & Research Institute (GCRI) in Ahmedabad, narrowly escaped the Air India plane crash that struck the Ahmedabad Civil Hospital hostel. Speaking to mid-day, he revealed that he had gone to the hostel canteen for lunch and left just two minutes before the aircraft crashed into the building. He is currently undergoing trauma counselling. Dr Tadie is stationed at the cancer treatment centre in Ahmedabad Civil Hospital. In the aftermath of the crash, which destroyed one hostel building and damaged three others, he and more than 70 doctors were relocated to another hostel within the hospital campus. Recalling the horrific moment, Dr Tadie said, “On June 12, I was on duty and had gone to the hostel canteen for lunch. The canteen is very old, and I usually eat there. That day, I had just finished my meal and left. Two minutes later, a part of the aeroplane crashed into the canteen area with a huge explosion. Many people died in the incident. I was fortunate to survive.” “I’m still in shock and undergoing counselling with a team of doctors. We've been moved to another hostel on the hospital campus. Sadly, we lost several students and colleagues in this tragedy,” he added. Local builder Rashmin Chauhan also had a narrow escape. He was driving home from a construction site when the plane crashed near his route. Sensing danger, he accelerated and managed to get away just seconds before the area was engulfed in flames. The entire episode was recorded by residents. The video shows Chauhan’s car speeding past the explosion, barely escaping the fire, and eventually crashing into a wall once it cleared the impact zone. The footage reveals that the car’s windshield was damaged. Fortunately, Rashmin Chauhan escaped without any injuries.
16 June,2025 08:50 AM IST | Ahmedabad | Shirish Vaktania | Nimesh DaveThe Fire Department believes the pilots of Air India flight AI 171 saved thousands of lives by making a critical decision within just 15 seconds — choosing to land the aircraft in an open green zone to minimise casualties. The plane crash occurred within a 900-metre radius surrounded by greenery and four hostel buildings of BJ Medical College in Ahmedabad. Remarkably, just a week before the tragic June 12 crash, Chief Fire Officer Om Jadeja of the Gandhinagar Fire Station had conducted a training session on how to respond to a plane crash. The session included procedures for extinguishing fires caused by aviation fuel and strategies for passenger rescue. Firefighters work alongside multiple agencies in a race against time to rescue victims and recover bodies from the charred remains Speaking with mid-day, Chief Officer Jadeja said, “The pilots likely knew they wouldn’t survive, but still chose the best possible crash site where the impact would cause the least devastation. The area was largely open and green, with only a few hostel buildings nearby. We surveyed the 900-metre crash zone and concluded that if the plane had crashed just 100 metres ahead, casualties could have been in the thousands due to the proximity to BJ Medical College and Civil Hospital.” How rescue op was conducted Chief Fire Officer Jadeja explained, “We received a fire alert call at 1.42 pm on June 12. Our team reached the crash site by 1.53 pm — just 11 minutes later. Initially, the call reported a fire in the BJ Medical College area. Over 500 personnel from various agencies rushed to the scene to rescue victims and extinguish the flames.” Emergency response teams from the Army, Intelligence Bureau (IB), National Investigation Agency (NIA), Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF), Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), Accident Investigation Bureau (AIB), local police, hospital staff, and the municipal corporation coordinated at the scene. Chief Fire Officer Om Jadeja “By the time we arrived, the ARFF team was already attempting to extinguish the fire, but it was extremely difficult due to the intense heat and highly flammable aviation fuel,” Jadeja added. Fighting flames “The fire had spread across a 900-metre radius. We had a golden hour to rescue as many people as possible. The aircraft was using aviation gasoline, which is extremely pure and highly flammable. We targeted one section of the wreckage to break through the flames and reach trapped victims,” he said. “We had already conducted a training session on June 5 about how to handle an aircraft crash. That training helped us understand the aircraft layout — including the location of the black box, economy and business class sections, cockpit, and tail. Our team of 37 firefighters reached the site and discovered that 70 per cent of the passengers were still strapped in their seats,” he added. “Within the first hour, we managed to retrieve 54 charred bodies, all severely burnt. Over the next several hours, we removed a total of 255 bodies. The intensity of the fire made survival impossible. In the last two days, we also recovered three more bodies, including two children and one cabin crew member,” Jadeja said. Training proved crucial Jadeja explained that the June 5 training with 37 fire officers proved essential. Conducted by the ARFF team, it included detailed briefings about aircraft structure and rescue protocols.
16 June,2025 08:45 AM IST | Mumbai | Shirish Vaktania | Nimesh DaveApart from the humans who perished on board the Air India flight that crashed in Ahmedabad on June 12, the remains of more than a hundred animals and birds were found. These included dogs, peacocks, pigeons, kites, and bats, whose remains were found at the crash site. Fortunately, a local NGO managed to rescue five dogs and seven birds from the accident spot. The plane had crashed in an area surrounded by forest, and a large number of animals and birds were present in the vicinity at the time of the incident. Ahmedabad-based NGO Darshna Animal Welfare claimed that more than 100 animals and birds died due to the airplane crash. The body of a pigeon found at the accident spot Speaking with mid-day, Akash Chavda, founder of the NGO, said, “We live just 500 metres from the crash site. We rushed to the crash site as soon as we received information about it, aware that the area was forested and home to numerous animals. It was almost impossible to enter the area due to the extremely high temperatures caused by the fire. We couldn’t even stand there for long.” “At the crash site, we found five injured dogs and seven pigeons, which we rescued and are currently treating. Sadly, over 100 animals and birds died at the scene. We found the charred remains of at least nine dogs and also of peacocks, pigeons, kites, and other birds,” Chavda said.
16 June,2025 08:40 AM IST | Ahmedabad | Shirish VaktaniaOn Sunday, Mumbai said goodbye to Asha ‘Ashaben’ Jhaveri, the graceful force behind Swati Snacks, one of the city’s most iconic dining institutions. Jhaveri, 79, passed away early Sunday morning at Breach Candy Hospital after a prolonged illness and was cremated at Worli later that day. After her mother’s passing in 1979, Jhaveri stepped into the family business with no professional training — just quiet determination and instinct. Over the years, she streamlined operations and refreshed the menu, all while preserving the comforting spirit that defined Swati Snacks. Her eye for detail was unmatched — she personally vetted ingredients, modernised the kitchen, and ensured that every plate stayed true to its roots. Under her care, a modest chaat stall grew into a Mumbai institution cherished across generations. Rahul Limaye of Gypsy Corner, Shivaji Park, reflects, “I’m proud of her. Unlike me, who entered a male-dominated industry with relative ease, she carved her place the hard way and built a name that reached far beyond Mumbai. She inspired me to serve Maharashtrian specialities at Gypsy Corner. Like her name, Asha, she gave hope to countless young entrepreneurs, especially women, to dream and thrive. Back in the late 1970s, Swati was a modest spot known for sitaphal ice cream and a few chaat dishes. My wife and I often went there while dating. It was our place. It won’t feel the same anymore. She cared deeply for her team, and that speaks volumes about the person she was.” Asha Jhaveri, owner of Swati Snacks. Pic/By Special Arrangement Gautam Thakker of Shree Thaker Bhojanalay says, “We shared a quiet admiration for each other’s restaurants. I went for her snacks and sitaphal ice cream; she came for our Gujarati thali. Conversations with her were always a masterclass — calm, insightful, and laced with gentle wisdom on flavour and business. Despite all she had achieved, she remained deeply humble, warm, and welcoming. The last time I saw her at an awards event, she spoke to me with the same grace and modesty that defined her life.” Dr Kurush F Dalal, archaeologist and culinary anthropologist, said, “Of all the things on her menu, I never expected her to serve dhansak, and yet, even vegetarians swore by it. She installed a sugarcane juice machine at the restaurant, not for trend, but because she understood what people craved and delivered it with care and hygiene. I usually went for the dahi batata sev puri, a favourite of my wife and me, and we still cross the Atal Setu to enjoy at the Nariman Point outlet. I met her only once, but it was enough to see that she was a visionary." In 2021, Jhaveri penned a memoir titled Swati Snacks: A Culinary Journey of Hope and Joy, reflecting on her life, resilience, and love for food that brought people together. With her passing, Mumbai loses not just a restaurateur but a matriarch of memories, of Sunday outings, comfort meals, and timeless Gujarati flavours.
16 June,2025 08:34 AM IST | Mumbai | Nasrin Modak SiddiqiThough the Bombay High Court recently directed the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to pay Rs 50 lakh to each family who lost a loved one in the Hotel City Kinara fire that occurred in October 2015, the grieving parents are now fighting a larger battle. With the help of Advocate Godfrey Pimenta, the families have appealed to the Ministry of Petroleum to take strict action against gas agencies — specifically Laxmi Gas Agency — for illegally supplying LPG cylinders to roadside eateries. “As per the charge sheet of the incident, the cylinder delivery person from Laxmi Gas Agency admitted he would deliver cylinders to Hotel City Kinara every two days. However, through an RTI, we discovered that City Kinara was never a direct HPCL customer. This clearly means the agency was supplying the cylinders in black,” Pimenta said. Passers-by stand in front of restaurant to eat food bought from nearby eateries, turning once-busy eatery into eerie roadside pause point Through an email to HPCL and the Petroleum Ministry, we have demanded that HPCL immediately terminate its dealership agreement with Laxmi Gas Agency. Clause 28B(i) of their May 23, 2011 Memorandum of Agreement gives HPCL the right to do so if cylinders are supplied to unauthorised entities,” he added. Victim families speak out Though the families have received some relief through the court’s ruling, they believe many more lives are still at risk, as such illegal practices continue unchecked across Mumbai. “Advocate Pimenta also explained that HPCL’s Public Liability Insurance Policy covers all risks arising from the use of LPG supplied by its dealers. So we are also entitled to compensation under this policy, over and above the high court ruling,” said Rekha Thapar, mother of victim Akash Thapar. “No amount of money will bring back our children. But we’re seeking full compensation to ensure that those responsible face consequences and are taught a lesson. No one should be allowed to play with innocent lives,” she added. Jacinta D’Souza, mother of Bernadette D’Souza, pointed directly at corruption: “If cylinders were being sold illegally, it means every official in the chain took a bribe. Without systemic corruption, this scale of illegal activity is impossible. Everyone needs to earn a living — we get that. But the government must find a way to regulate roadside vendors without putting lives at risk.” “Licensing and properly regulating hawkers and food stalls could drastically reduce such disasters. Today, in the greed for bribes, our children paid with their lives. Is this the country we’re building?” she asked. Pimenta concluded with a demand: “We urge the government to appoint flying squads to investigate and curb this widespread, illegal distribution of gas cylinders to roadside vendors.”
16 June,2025 08:27 AM IST | Mumbai | Ritika GondhalekarThe Dindoshi hills, located adjacent to the Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP), are once again in the spotlight for the wrong reasons. City-based environmentalist Stalin D has alleged that deforestation and large-scale vegetation clearing are ongoing on the hills, despite clear directives from the National Green Tribunal (NGT). Stalin has raised concerns that these activities violate NGT orders. He has submitted complaints to the BMC's garden department, the municipal commissioner, the Mumbai collector and SGNP director. “An order passed by the NGT specifically directs the BMC and the district collector (Respondents No. 1 and 2) to ensure that there is no tree felling or destruction at the site. The location in question is in the Dindoshi hills, Malad. The survey numbers mentioned in the order are 239/1, CTS 827A/4A/1, and CTS 827A/4A/2. Geotagged images clearly show that the site has been levelled and vegetation cleared using a JCB machine over the past five days, said Stalin D. He has urged authorities to take immediate action to stop the ongoing violations, seize the machinery involved, and protect the area from further ecological damage. Nature lovers have repeatedly alleged that the hills face routine deforestation, illegal hill cutting, and even the setting of deliberate fires to destroy trees and vegetation. Previously, it was also alleged that fires are frequently set on the hills, and saplings are uprooted or destroyed at night to prevent regrowth. These hills are the origin point of the Oshiwara river (known as Walbhat Nalla, as per BMC records). Activists claim that the forest is being intentionally burned by encroachers to strip the area of all vegetation. Stalin D had earlier demanded that, since the area falls within the eco-sensitive zone of SGNP, it must be protected round the clock. He called for forest guards to be posted at the site and for emergency fire-fighting measures to be implemented, including the installation of CCTV cameras to monitor illegal activities. In the past, environmentalists have also alleged that authorities, including the collector's office, the forest department, the BMC, and local police, have collectively failed to protect the Dindoshi forest area. They have demanded that landowners involved in the destruction be prosecuted.
16 June,2025 08:18 AM IST | Mumbai | Ranjeet JadhavADVERTISEMENT
