Shinde reflected on his political journey from a grassroots party worker to serving as Maharashtra's chief minister and stressed the importance of maintaining close contact with the public irrespective of the position held

To promote an eco-friendly Ganesh festival, the Thane Municipal Corporation will conduct free Ganesh idol-making workshops under the 'Majhe Ghar, Majha Bappa' initiative in August. Citizens will be trained to create Shadu clay idols and spread awareness about environmental conservation