Mumbai, June 10: Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) national president Sunetra Pawar, on Wednesday, marking the party’s 27th foundation day, called upon workers to renew their commitment towards building a stronger, more prosperous, and progressive Maharashtra.

She urged party members to draw inspiration from the ideals of Shiv-Shahu-Phule-Ambedkar, while following the progressive path laid down by the late Yashwantrao Chavan.

Sunetra Pawar also paid tribute to the late former NCP president and former Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and pledged to carry forward his ideals and legacy.

In a post on X, she extended greetings to senior leaders, office-bearers, workers, supporters and well-wishers on its 27th anniversary. This year’s Foundation Day is being observed for the first time after Ajit Pawar’s untimely death in a plane crash near Baramati on January 28.

She noted that the NCP, rooted in the progressive legacy of Shiv-Shahu-Phule-Ambedkar and guided by the people-centric and development-oriented politics envisioned by Yashwantrao Chavan, has completed 27 successful years.

“In this journey, the unwavering support from countless leaders, office-bearers, workers and the people has truly been our greatest strength. But as we celebrate this year’s Foundation Day, a different emotion wells up in the heart. Because today, our respected Ajit Dada is no longer with us,” she said.

“Speeches will be delivered in the assembly halls, gatherings of workers will take place, the party flag will flutter with equal pride, but in every moment, a void will linger. Dada was not just a leader of the party; he was the pillar of support. He was the one who rushed to the joys and sorrows of workers and ordinary citizens, who stood firmly by their side in times of crisis, who gently corrected them when they erred, and who patted their backs in appreciation for good work. Dada had become a part of everyone’s life. The human being was at the centre of the politics he nurtured,” the NCP chief said.

NCP national working president Praful Patel also congratulated party workers and office-bearers on the occasion. “I am grateful to you all for your tireless efforts and dedication in taking our ideology to every last person, guiding our path to serve the people selflessly. May we continue working together with utmost commitment and determination,” he said.

Party’s Rajya Sabha MP Parth Pawar said that under the leadership of Sunetra Pawar, the party was moving forward with renewed confidence.

“Today, under the capable leadership of the national president of the party, Hon. Smt. Sunetra Ajitdada Pawar, the Nationalist Congress Party is marching forward with renewed hope. Carrying forward the legacy of progressive thought and the goal of inclusive development, the party is more firmly committed to serving the people,” he said.

Parth Pawar added that the NCP had consistently focused on development, social equality and the welfare of farmers, workers, youth and ordinary citizens.

“People’s leader Ajitdada Pawar set a unique example of public service through his development-oriented, people-centric and result-driven working style. The vision of development he upheld for Maharashtra’s all-round progress and his bond with the common man continue to inspire the party even today,” he said.

The Maharashtra NCP unit, in a separate post on X, said the party’s 27th Foundation Day was dedicated to the memory of Ajit Pawar.

“For the past 27 years, the Nationalist Congress Party has consistently worked to give voice to the hopes and aspirations of farmers, labourers, women, youth and marginalised sections in Maharashtra. To secure justice for people’s issues, open new avenues of development and strengthen Maharashtra’s progressive ideals, the party has stood shoulder to shoulder with the people in every struggle,” the party said.

According to the NCP, its journey has been more than a political movement and reflects public trust, social responsibility and commitment to public welfare. The party said this tradition, built through the sacrifices and hard work of countless workers, continues to grow stronger with the support and blessings of the people.

Mumbai: In a bold move by the Municipal Corporation’s F (South) Division, 4 constructions on plots earmarked for schools and recreational grounds in Meghwari, Lalbagh, Parel areas were evicted today (June 9, 2026). Efforts were on for the last 12 years to vacate the said plots. With this, recreational grounds will be opened for over 50,000 citizens of Meghwari, Lalbagh, Parel and Kala Chowki areas.

Under the guidance of Additional Municipal Commissioner (City) Dr. Ashwani Joshi, Deputy Commissioner (Zone-2) Prashant Sapkale, the operation was led by Assistant Commissioner (F South Zone) Vrushali Angule.

As per the Development Planning Plan-2034, vacant land nos. 1/118, 1B/118, 2/118, 3/118, 4/118 and 7/118 in Meghwari, Lalbagh, Parel and Kalachowki areas have been earmarked for public purposes as recreational grounds and municipal schools. The total area of ​​the plot is 7,872.14 sq m. Out of which 13 vacant plot holders were residing on an area of ​​about 274 sq m. The said tenants as well as construction holders were informed to opt for alternative flats or financial compensation as per the local ready reckoner rate as per the prevailing policy of the Municipal Corporation. Accordingly, they were formally informed about the vacating of the concerned constructions. Out of these 13 constructions, 07 constructions have been evicted. However, the eviction proceedings of the remaining 06 constructions will be initiated soon. Efforts have been going on for the last 12 years to vacate the said plot. Along with this, the recreational ground will remain open for more than 50 thousand citizens of Meghwari, Lalbagh, Parel and Kala Chowki areas.

The eviction was carried out with the help of 02 JCBs, 01 dumper, 01 ambulance and other equipment to remove the encroachments. During this operation, 45 officers and employees of the Municipal Corporation along with adequate police force were deployed.

The administration has intensified action against illegal religious places, temples and mosques in Mumbai Maharashtra. During the demolition operation on 9 religious places, temples and mosques in Pune’s Chikhli Pimpri Chinchwad, the situation became tense after stone pelting and rioting on the police during the demolition operation on the Chishtia Masjid. The police brought the situation under control and took 4 people into custody. Now the situation is peaceful but tension persists. The police have also deployed additional arrangements here.

Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation took action to evict unauthorized structures in Kadalwadi, Chikhli under Chikhli police station on May 9 from 02:30 to 5:30 pm. In the said unauthorized eviction operation, action was taken on five mosques and five temples, religious places.

10 Unauthorized Constructions in Religious Places Temples and Mosques Masjid Naeem Group No. 692, Vaswa Chowk Chakhli RCC Stone Shed 12 m x 30 m, Masjid Abu Hurairah Plot No. 879, Near Naira Petrol Pump, Kadlawadi, Chakhli RCC(G) + First Floor Paper Shed 8m × 20m, Chishtia Masjid Group No. 878/879, Opposite Naira Petrol Pump, Kadlawadi, Chakhli RCC + Letter Shed (G+1) 22m x 12m RCC 32m x 18m Letter Shed, Hazrat Shabbir Bukhari Baba Dargah- Lot No. 896, Near Mohnishwar Mahadev Mandir Road, Kadlawadi, Chakhli Pune Stone Shed 2m X 2m, Royal Colony Masjid Group No. 903, 904, Opposite Kasturi Flora, Kadlawadi, Chikhli Pune Stone Shed 6 m x 12 m and Shri Kashi Ka Guruji Temple Near Moi Bridge, Chikhli Village RCC(G) 2.5m X 2.5m Shri Vitthal Rukmini Temple – Chikhli Akordi Road, Chikhli RCC(G) 2.5m x 2.5m, Shri Tulja Bhavani Temple – Sec.No. 16, Near Fire Station, Chikhli RCC(G), Stone Shed 18mx18m above, Shri Viruba Temple Group No. 824, Near Siddhi Vinayak Hospital, Yadav Nagar, Chikhli RCC(G) 2mx2m

10. Shri Hanuman Temple – Group No. 908, Padrasati, Chikhli Brick Construction (G) 3m x 3m included. Except for one location, the demolition operation at the remaining nine locations has been completed peacefully, while during this demolition operation, violence broke out during the operation at Chishtia Masjid and stone pelting was carried out on the police. While removing the Chishtia Masjid Group No. 878,879 Naira Petrol Pump, Opposite Kadlawadi, Chakhli Patra Shed, some people took advantage of the darkness and pelted stones on the people conducting the operation.
    The said stone pelting took place suddenly in the darkness and in which three to four policemen were pelted with stones. Four to five policemen were slightly injured. Taking advantage of the darkness, the Chakhli police station took four people into custody among those who pelted stones. The Joint Commissioner of Police, Pimpri-Chinchwad, brought the situation under control at the scene and took police action at the scene and took four people into custody. The eviction process has also been completed. This operation was completed by 5:30 pm. Police force has been deployed in the Chishtia Masjid Kadalwari area, in addition to which an anti-riot squad has also been deployed. After this incident, the police have also started monitoring social media and have also started action against the miscreants. Investigation is underway to find out how many more people were involved in the stone-pelting incident. The police have not ruled out the arrest of more unknown accused in this matter. The meeting of the Mohalla Committee and the Peace Committee has also started. Law and order is maintained in the area.