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Hindustan Times
08-07-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
CM Fadnavis on why MNS workers were stopped from ‘Marathi pride' march: ‘Police had specific inputs that…'
After workers of Raj Thackeray's Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) were detained in large numbers while protesting in Thane on Tuesday, Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis said that 'nobody was denied permission for a march, but the marchers were insistent on a particular route'. CM Devendra Fadnavis cited "possible law and order issues". (X/@CMOMaharashtra/File) This route, he said, could not have been granted as it could have led to 'law and order issues'. The MNS wanted to hold a counter-protest after a march by traders over MNS men thrashing a shop owner for refusing to speak Marathi last week. The 'speak-Marathi-or-else' threats and violence has escalated in recent weeks as the MNS claims the BJP-led state government wants to impose Hindi in the state. After MNS workers did not agree to police's decision on the route for their march, prohibitory orders were issued against the assembly of people. Scores of MNS men and women were detained. Also read: Marathi language row behind Thackeray reunion 'I have spoken to the police commissioner of Mira Bhayandar (area) and he said they had specific inputs about plans by some of the protesters conspiring to create trouble,' the CM said. He also addressed allegations of differential treatment as the traders were given permission for their protest march last week. 'They were given the permission because they adhered to the general route permitted by the police. The MNS workers asked for permission for a rally, too, at a specified location. Everybody knows how crowded the Mira Road railway station remains in the morning. Permitting to hold the protest around it was not possible,' Fadnavis added. MNS workers being detained by police in Thane. (HT Photo) The police said MNS workers tried to take out a protest march 'despite no permission and when prohibitory orders banning assembly of more than five persons were in place'. From the MNS side, its Mumbai unit president Sandeep Deshpande said before the detentions began, 'The traders' march was organised at Mira Road and police wanted us to organise the march at Ghodbunder Road. This shows that they do not want to permit our march in Mira Road area. Now, all MNS workers across the state will reach Mira Road and, will not rest till cops allow us the protest march there.' Around 12 busloads of MNS workers were later detained.
Indian Express
07-07-2025
- General
- Indian Express
Stampede-like situation in Mumbai Metro as trains get delayed due to technical issue, see videos
A stampede-like situation broke out at the Mumbai Metro as commuters were stranded on the platform due to train delays. Several videos have emerged on social media, igniting safety concerns. A viral video shows a sea of commuters struggling to manoeuvre freely on the metro platform. Several commuters can be seen recording the chaos on their phones while slowly moving forward. Mumbai Metro authorities informed that the sudden rush stemmed from a train delay due to a technical issue. As per a report in Hindustan Times, the train could not achieve the target speed and had to be withdrawn, leading to a delay on the Versova Ghatkopar Line 1. The authorities further clarified that the issue was fixed and the Metro operations resumed. Sharing the video, an X handle @AndheriLOCA wrote, 'Crazy commuter woes thanks to 1 service withdrawn tech issues with mumbai metro line 1 Stampede like situation in ghatkopar station @Dev_Fadnavis @CMOMaharashtra act fast before lives are lost Line 1 needs 6 bogie rakes & 3 times current rakes.' Watch the viral video here: Crazy commuter woes thanks to 1 service withdrawn tech issues with mumbai metro line 1 Stampede like situation in ghatkopar station@Dev_Fadnavis @CMOMaharashtra act fast before lives are lost Line 1 needs 6 bogie rakes & 3 times current rakes@MandarSawant184@BHiren@impuni… — ANDHERI LOKHANDWALA OSHIWARA CITIZEN'S ASSOCIATION (@AndheriLOCA) July 7, 2025 The video quickly grabbed attention, triggering outrage due to poor management. 'It's a Chinese company coach and even if they order now it will take one year, only one option checking the feasibility of BEML coaches since it's a government company double engine sarkar can push them to provide new coach without bid/tender can be given them it's not scam,' a user wrote. 'Sir, Nothing will happen under some accidents and lives lost. This govt is more interested in its survival by giving freebees. You and I are meant just to give taxes,' another user commented. 'It seems .. before boarding the station commuters should be given crowd management defence training,' a third user reacted.
News18
07-07-2025
- General
- News18
Mumbai Metro Services Disrupted Due To Technical Snag, Commuters Share Video Amid Huge Rush
Last Updated: Videos going viral online show huge rush on metro stations as commuters wait for trains due to the heavy rush. Mumbai Metro witnessed a huge rush on Monday, with several videos circulating online by the commuters claiming disruption. The rush was due to delayed metro operation on the blue line due to a technical glitch. Commuters took to X and shared about the inconvenience. 'Crazy commuter woes thanks to 1 service withdrawn, tech issues with mumbai metro line 1 Stampede like situation in ghatkopar station @Dev_Fadnavis @CMOMaharashtra act fast before lives are lost Line 1 needs 6 bogie rakes & 3 times current rakes," an X user wrote. Another user wrote,"And if you tell your boss that travelling is not possible, allow WFH, he will not allow that and also take it up in the year-end reviews." Crazy commuter woes thanks to 1 service withdrawn tech issues with mumbai metro line 1 Stampede like situation in ghatkopar station @Dev_Fadnavis @CMOMaharashtra act fast before lives are lost Line 1 needs 6 bogie rakes & 3 times current rakes @MandarSawant184 @BHiren @impuni … — ANDHERI LOKHANDWALA OSHIWARA CITIZEN'S ASSOCIATION (@AndheriLOCA) July 7, 2025 'Rail saga continues for #mumbai – kars, whether it's regular line or Metro where lakhs travel daily. Difficult to fathom, why is the globally recognised City sidelined & given lower priority, when it comes to essential & quality civic facilities & services!" another user said. 'This has been happening for years now. Why does this get ignored by the authorities? Metro 1 is now like our Local train. Why can't they learn from L2, L7, which are so well maintained in all respects," said a third. A fourth user said,"It seems before boarding the station, commuters should be given crowd management defence training." First Published: July 07, 2025, 13:48 IST
NDTV
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
"This Is Sickening": Actor Ranvir Shorey Slams MNS Workers Over 'Slapgate'
Mumbai: Actor Ranvir Shorey took to social media to strongly condemn the actions of MNS workers who allegedly assaulted a Gujarati shopkeeper for not speaking Marathi. Expressing his outrage, the actor called the incident shameful and unacceptable. He also tagged Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis in his post. The 'Ek Tha Tiger' actor took to his X handle to post a video that captured members of the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) allegedly attacking a restaurant owner in Mumbai's Mira Road area over his inability to speak Marathi. Expressing anger, Mr Shorey described the incident as "disturbing" and voiced concerns about the current state of law and order in Maharashtra. Tagging Mr Fadnavis and his office, the actor said, "This is sickening. Monsters on the loose, looking for attention and political relevance. Where's L&O [law and order]." This is sickening. Monsters on the loose, looking for attention and political relevance. Where's L&O, @CMOMaharashtra @Dev_Fadnavis? — Ranvir Shorey (@RanvirShorey) July 2, 2025 Ranvir Shorey also hit back at trolls in the comments section of his post. A X user asked him, "Since how many years you now live in Maharashtra? How much effort have you taken to learn Marathi?" In his reply, the actor said, "First, I'm not answerable to a hateful anonymous troll like you for any of these questions. Second, you're really dumb if you think beating people up will make them learn and speak a language. And finally, if you do want to bring attention to the issue, there are more positive & constructive ways to bring about change, or even protest for political mileage, instead of beating hapless citizens who're just trying to make a living!" A video that went viral on social media showed a group of men visiting a shop to buy food. The situation turned violent when they allegedly attacked the shop owner for not speaking in Marathi. The men were seen wearing scarves associated with Raj Thackeray's Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS). The incident took place in Bhayander, located in Maharashtra's Thane district. It occurred shortly after the state government rolled back its decision to enforce a three-language policy, which had sparked criticism from the opposition.
Hindustan Times
01-07-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Kumbh mela, Gadchiroli mining authorities to have overriding powers, bills tabled
Mumbai: The Mahayuti government on Monday tabled two ordinances for the formation of the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela Authority and the Gadchiroli District Mining Authority in the state assembly. The ordinances, which grant sweeping powers to the two authorities, will be converted into separate legislations once they are approved by the legislative assembly and the legislative council. Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis with deputy chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar (@CMOMaharashtra) A total of six ordinances were tabled in the assembly on Monday, the first day of the monsoon session of the state legislature. Ordinances require approval from both the houses of the legislature to be converted into separate laws. The state government had decided to enact a special law for the formation of the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela Authority, which will oversee the Simhasta Kumbh Mela scheduled to commence in Nashik in October 2026. According to the bill tabled in the assembly on Monday, the authority will have the power to override all existing laws and no court will have jurisdiction to entertain any suit/ proceeding against any of its actions or orders. Section 12 of the bill grants the authority powers to levy fees and service charges within the Kumbh Mela area towards entry of persons, vehicles and goods and towards registration of any business, trade or profession. Section 17 gives the authority powers to punish those who are found obstructing or failing to comply with its directions, with a jail term of up to one year or a fine or both. 'No courts shall have the jurisdiction to entertain any suit or proceedings in respect of anything done, any action taken, orders made, directions or instructions issued by the authority, chairperson and Kumbh Mela commissioner, in pursuance of any powers conferred by or under this act,' section 20 of the bill says. 'The provisions of this act and orders issued or made thereunder shall have effect notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in any other law,' says section 21 of the bill. The Gadchiroli District Mining Authority (GDMA) constituted to develop the Maoist-affected Gadchiroli district as a new steel manufacturing hub, has been given similar legal immunity. According to the bill tabled in the assembly, the authority has the power to make rules and regulations which it deems necessary for exercising its powers and discharging its duties. 'No suit, prosecution or other legal proceeding shall lie against any member of the authority or the executive committee constituted under this ordinance for anything done or any action taken in good faith under this act,' the bill says. The bill gives immense powers to the GMDA for curbing any difficulties. '...the government may, as occasion arises, by order, published in the official gazette, do anything not inconsistent with the provisions of this Act, which appears to it to be necessary or expedient for the purpose of removing the difficulty,' the bill says.
