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Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Don't sign Maharashtra Special Public Security Bill, send it back to state govt, Maha Vikas Aghadi urges governor
Mumbai: A delegation of the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), led by Shiv Sena (UBT) MLC Ambadas Danve, called on governor C P Radhakrishnan on Friday and urged him not to sign the Maharashtra Special Public Security Bill 2024. The delegation also demanded that the governor send the bill back to the state govt and ask for it to be reconsidered by the legislature. Congress MLA Vijay Wadettiwar said the Maharashtra Special Public Security Bill 2024 was passed without taking the opposition into confidence or allowing them to speak. "We had some objections to the bill, but we were not taken into confidence or asked about our suggestions. This bill will be used to hide failures of the state govt and suppress those who speak against it," he said. "There are many laws, so what was the need for this bill? This is not a public security bill, but a govt security bill. If this bill is for leftist ideology then tomorrow, those who commit extremist acts, any anti-national acts in this state, will action be taken based on ideology? Because an extremist is an extremist. Whether he is leftist or right wing, we have presented a clear position to the governor in this regard. We have told the governor that this bill is an attack on the rights of the common man and the Indian Constitution. Therefore, we have demanded that he send the bill back to the state govt for reconsideration," Wadettiwar added. You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai The MVA delegation also discussed the violent clash in Vidhan Bhavan with Radhakrishnan, said Wadettiwar. "This incident has tarnished Maharashtra's image not only in the country, but also around the world. Legal action should be taken against the goons who carry out such attacks," he said. "We did not make a demand for President's rule, but we discussed improving the law and order situation in the state. Nowadays, accused are seen roaming with ministers and ruling party MLAs. Recently, a goon in Pune raised a ruckus in the police station."
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Legislative council clears Maharashtra Special Public Security Bill; Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray opposes bill, calls it ‘unconstitutional'
Mumbai: "Inclusiveness, equality, social justice, individual freedom. It is all written in the preamble of our Constitution. PM Modi also says, 'Development for all', so what is the need to differentiate between left and right?" asked Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray , while opposing the Maharashtra Special Public Security Bill 2024 in the state legislative council on Friday. He termed the bill 'unconstitutional' and 'dangerous'. Amid a pandemonium and a 10-minute adjournment, the council cleared the bill by a majority, a day after the assembly passed it. "It is natural that since the ruling party has a brute majority, they are using it and misusing it. We are opposed to some things in the bill," Thackeray said. "There is a difference between govt's words and actions. They say we want to eradicate Naxalism and terrorism, but there is no mention of the two anywhere in the bill. Initially, there is only mention of hardline-left ideology, action against hardline-left organisations. Basically, how will we decide left-right? Earlier, Shiv Sena and BJP were together. Then we were called right-wing. But, what is left-right? This is against the Constitution." You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai He added: "If govt wants to eliminate anti-national forces, , they do not need to ask us. We were, are, and will remain with govt. But, if you are bringing a bill motivated by political motives, we are against by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like So sánh mức trượt giá: Hợp đồng tương lai (CFD) Bitcoin vs Ethereum IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo is a dangerous bill." Speaking in the council, Sena (UBT) MLC Anil Parab said he feared that the new law could be 'misused'. "With this bill, you can target any organisation and label it as Left extremist," he said. But legislator Pravin Darekar said there will be no misuse of the bill and it is required to control activities of anti-nationals and naxals. MLC Abhijit Wanjarri from Congress said what is not in the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) should be in this bill, but that doesn't seem to be the case. He demanded that the bill be sent back to the joint select committee, and there should be a public hearing. MLC Sachin Ahir said: "There is a lot of ambiguity on what kind of organisation or group of people will be targeted under this Act. Did you give proper hearing to citizens who objected to the bill? And why is govt in a hurry to clear this bill during the monsoon session? We are with you (ruling party) in national interest, but this bill raises a lot of doubts." Minister of state (home) Yogesh Kadam clarified that the bill was different from UAPA. He gave an assurance that there will be no misuse of the law and it will serve as an effective tool to tackle the naxal menace in the state. The law will impose punishments ranging from two to seven years in prison for members of unlawful organisations. Offences under the Act will be cognisable and non-bailable in nature, and grant govt the authority to seize and forfeit funds belonging to such groups. The bill was introduced in the winter session of the assembly in Dec 2024 and referred to an all-party joint select committee for scrutiny, which recently tabled its report.
India Gazette
11-07-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
"What successes have we achieved so far in fighting Naxalites": Aaditya Thackeray questions Maharashtra Public Security Bill
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] July 11 (ANI): Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray on Friday questioned the intent behind the Maharashtra Special Public Security Bill 2024, recently passed in the Assembly, asking what the government has achieved in fighting against naxalites. Speaking to the media, Thackeray said does the bill ensure the safety of the public, or is it merely a BJP safety bill. 'What the Chief Minister has said, that this is a public safety bill, is it truly a public safety bill? Does it ensure the safety of the public, or is it a BJP safety bill? They should also explain... what successes have we achieved so far in fighting Naxalites, and under which bill were those achieved? Is anyone stopping them? What successes have we achieved so far in fighting terrorists, and under which bill were those achieved? Is anyone stopping them... what kind of safety are you talking about?' the Shiv Sena (UBT) leader said. The Maharashtra Assembly passed the Special Public Security Bill on Thursday, aiming to counter radical left ideologies and organisations allegedly promoting unlawful activities across the state. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis tabled the Bill in the Legislative Assembly. The bill, which was first introduced during the Winter Session in Nagpur in December 2024, returned to the House after a Joint Committee, led by BJP leader Chandrashekhar Bawankule, reviewed over 12,000 suggestions for amendments. The Chief Minister said the new bill was designed to fill the legislative gap left by the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), which primarily deals with active terror activities but lacks scope in tackling ideological indoctrination and subversive movements. Further, Aaditya Thackeray also commented on recent controversies involving Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad, who allegedly slapped a canteen worker in Mumbai over food quality. Thackeray said, 'Many Sanjays are in the news these days. One Sanjay was seen fighting in the canteen wearing shorts and a vest. Another Sanjay was seen sitting in shorts and a vest with a bag full of money. It seems that all the MLAs are advertising wearing vests. That is why Shinde must have visited Delhi on Guru Purnima to touch the feet of his guru...' Earlier, a purported video of Gaikwad allegedly slapping a canteen worker went viral on social media. The Shiv Sena MLA from Buldhana accused the Akashwani canteen of serving bad quality food and said that the staff were not listening to his complaints. (ANI)
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Maharashtra legislative assembly OKs ‘diluted' bill that targets left-wing extremist organisations
Mumbai: The legislative assembly on Thursday passed the Maharashtra Special Public Security Bill 2024, a day after the all-party joint select committee submitted its report on the 'diluted' bill, which aims at targeting Naxalism in urban centres by keeping the focus on 'left-wing extremist organisations' rather than provisions to book specific individuals. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Speaker Rahul Narwekar initially asked if the bill was being passed unanimously, but the opposition refused. It was passed by a majority. While introducing the bill, CM said this law is being brought to control organisations that do not believe in democracy and want to overthrow the state based on the Constitution. He added that 64 left-wing extremist organisations, that have been banned under similar special laws by four neighbouring states, are active in Maharashtra. "This law is not against left-wing ideas or parties," the CM said. "This law will not be applicable for teachers' and students' protests as it is not against the individual, but the organisation. The law will have to be read in its entirety; if the organisation's aim is to cause harm, then it will be banned." He pointed out that the CPI (Maoist) party was banned in 2009. Fadnavis clarified that the new law will not be misused against opposition party protesters and activists. He further said that Naxalism, which was active in five districts of Maharashtra, is now limited to two talukas, and that too will end within a year. "Maoists have now changed their policies. They are trying to brainwash the youth of urban areas and make them stand against the system. This bill will work to control them," he said. MLAs Rohit Pawar of NCP (SP), Nitin Raut of Congress, and Varun Sardesai of Sena (UBT) raised doubts over the vague definitions of clauses like 'unlawful activities', 'left-wing extremism' and 'organisation'. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Instead of left-wing extremism, the law should specifically mention Naxalism, said Pawar. "The bill was sent to the joint select committee, but very few changes have been made. There is no clear definition of left-wing extremist ideology? There are doubts in the minds of people. What is the need for a new law when there are existing laws? The definitions are vague and opaque." Sardesai asked if the law could be used to target protests by 'left-leaning' students, teachers, activists, or organisations. "The Marathi Kruti Samiti opposed the Hindi imposition order in schools and took out a protest. Similarly, bandhs are called by left ideology unions, there are also farmers' protests. Will they be banned under this new law?" Opposing the law, CPI MLA Vinod Nikole said: "I am the only MLA from the Left party. Violent action should be curbed, but for that there's MCOCA and UAPA. The CM has ended Naxalism in Gadchiroli, but I oppose this bill as it can be misused."
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Maharashtra Special Public Security Bill: Joint committee report tabled in Maharashtra legislative assembly
Mumbai: Revenue minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Wednesday tabled the report of the joint select committee on the Maharashtra Special Public Security Bill 2024 in the state legislative assembly. The bill is likely to be introduced in the legislature this week. Bawankule said the committee comprised members from all political parties and several changes were made to the bill based on the over 12,000 suggestions and objections were received. He said the preamble, as well as the statement of objectives and reasons, were changed in the revised draft of the bill, which would be circulated to all members. Officials indicated that the objectives and some provisions of the bill were diluted. "There were some misunderstandings about the provisions of the bill. We have cleared all those misunderstandings, and the revised bill is now based on the consensus of all members of the joint select committee. Some changes have been made. Political parties or individuals won't be booked under the bill, only those organisations linked to left-wing extremism or naxalism will be probed. The revised bill will be tabled in the monsoon session of the state legislature," Bawankule said. You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai
