Mumbai: The Maharashtra government has launched a significant health initiative named ‘Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyan’ (Healthy Women, Empowered Families) from September 17 to October 3, 2025, through the Public Health Department. The program, backed by the Government of India, emphasizes women’s health, preventive screenings, treatment options, and nutrition education throughout the state.

The initiative is in accordance with the nationwide Seva Pakhwada, initiated to celebrate the 75th birthday of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has highlighted the significance of enabling women’s empowerment via healthcare access and preventive strategies, pointing out that healthy women form the foundation of strong families.

The “Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar” initiative will offer complimentary health assessments for women, comprising blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, anemia, and mental wellness evaluations. Along with screening for oral, breast, and cervical cancer.

Particular attention for pregnant and breastfeeding women, along with adolescent girls. Nutrition education initiatives, emphasizing balanced meals, vitamins, minerals, and iron-folic acid supplements. Awareness initiatives in public health regarding hygiene, sanitation, and yoga.

Health camps and check-ups will be conducted at District and sub-district hospitals, rural and primary health centers, urban health posts, Anganwadi centers, schools, colleges, women’s groups, NGOs, and industrial organizations.

Through these outreach programs, women will readily obtain free medical guidance, treatment, and counseling. For additional details, residents may reach out to the closest ‘Aaple Dawakhana’ centre, Primary Health Center, Urban Health Centre, or Anganwadi

The initiative emphasises the government’s goal of enhancing women’s health as the basis for an advanced society. Authorities have urged women throughout Maharashtra to engage and take advantage of the services available.

Thane: A 27-year-old man was brutally assaulted by a group of around 15 people after he questioned a drunk man for urinating in a public place near Murbad Road in Kalyan. The shocking incident occurred around 10:30 pm on Friday near Mhaskar Hospital Chowk.

The victim, Kaustubh Mahendra Yerpude, a resident of Murar Bagh, sustained serious injuries after one of the attackers struck him on the head with a beer bottle, causing heavy bleeding.

Kaustubh, who works at an insurance company in Mumbai, was returning home from Kalyan railway station on his two-wheeler along with his friend Sachin Dombe. When their bike stalled near Bhagwan Medical, they pushed it to a nearby repair shop. Exhausted and sweating, Kaustubh stepped into a dark corner near Rohit Wine Shop.

There, he encountered a 35-year-old drunk man urinating in public. When Kaustubh questioned the man’s behaviour, the man became aggressive and slapped him. An argument followed, but the drunk individual left shortly after, only to return with around 15 men, some reportedly under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

The group surrounded Kaustubh, verbally abused him, and then began beating him. One man smashed an empty beer bottle on Kaustubh’s head during the attack, as reported. Bleeding and injured, Kaustubh tried to fight back, but was overwhelmed by the mob. The attackers fled the scene after the assault.

This disturbing incident has sparked concern among residents, who are urging the Mahatma Phule Police to take swift and strict action. Citizens are demanding that police immediately check CCTV footage from the surrounding area, identify the attackers, and ensure their arrest without delay.

Mumbai: Due to essential work by the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) on the Mumbai-Pune expressway near the Bhatan tunnel, vehicular movement will be completely halted on both carriageways for one hour on Tuesday from 2 PM to 3 PM.

The deputy engineer of MSEDCL, Motiram Rakh, clarified that the task involves installing a feeder and transmission line between the distances of 9.600 km and 9.700 km near Kon village, in Panvel taluka. To facilitate motorists during this interruption, alternative routes have been arranged.

Vehicles traveling from Mumbai to Pune will be redirected from Kalamboli Circle towards JNPT road to reach D-Point at Palaspe junction along NH-48. Additionally, vehicles will be diverted at the Khalapur toll plaza (32.200 km) and at Magic Point (41.200 km).

Vehicles heading from Pune to Mumbai will be rerouted from Shedung exit, allowing them to connect to the Mumbai-Pune highway (NH-48) at the Khopoli exit, enabling continued travel toward their respective destinations.

The traffic notification from the Office of the Additional Director General of Police (Traffic) confirms that all vehicular movement, encompassing both light and heavy vehicles, will be banned between KM 9.500 and KM 10.000 near Kone Bridge during the specified timeframe. The closure will affect traffic in both directions, from Mumbai to Pune and from Pune to Mumbai.

To alleviate anticipated congestion, specific diversions have been proposed:
– For vehicles heading from Mumbai to Pune:
– Utilize the route via Konkanbhumi Circle → JNPT Road → D Point → Palaspe Phata to merge onto NH-48.
– Alternatively, exit at Shedung (KM 20.200) and join NH-48.

– For vehicles from Pune to Mumbai:
– Exit at Khopoli (KM 39.900) and proceed on NH-48 towards Mumbai.
– Exit at Khalapur Toll Plaza (KM 32.500) and use the Pali Bridge route to connect to NH-48.

Re-entry onto the expressway will be allowed at Khalapur Toll Plaza (KM 32.200) and Majik Point (KM 41.700). This advisory, enforced under the Motor Vehicles Act, will remain effective until the completion of the scheduled electricity work, as confirmed by Additional Director General of Police (Traffic) Praveen Salunkhe.

Additionally, on September 16, 2025, another traffic block in the Hadapsar–Dive Ghat segment will occur from 11 AM to 2 PM, necessitating further alternative routes for that section due to road widening activities involving blasting. Commuters are encouraged to plan their journeys to avoid delays during these periods.