On the second day of the Mumbai Maharashtra Assembly, the opposition walked out of the assembly and registered its absence from the work. On the other hand, during the question and answer session on public issues, the Chief Minister reiterated his determination to make Mumbai and Maharashtra free of drugs. Today, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis gave details on various questions asked against the drug mafia. Fadnavis made it clear that the government is determined to make Mumbai and Maharashtra free of drugs. The Chief Minister presented this information in the House today with statistics. The opposition objected. Serious allegations were made against the police. Chief Minister Fadnavis gave a detailed reply to this.

Drugs worth Rs 254 crore have been seized in the state in four months.
The government told the Assembly that drugs worth Rs 254 crore have been seized in the state in four months. From January to April 2026, 1,142 cases of drug possession were registered in the state. The government told the assembly that 1,626 accused have been arrested in the operation and drugs worth Rs 254.53 crore have been seized. The chief minister said that 3,199 cases have been registered against drug use.

All seven units of the Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) are working for anti-drug operations across the state, including Mumbai. In the year 2025, the ANTF and the police together destroyed drugs worth Rs 523.17 crore. Fadnavis said that the government has a ‘zero tolerance’ policy regarding drug smuggling and sale and strict action has also been directed against police officers and employees found guilty.
‘Drug-free Mumbai’ campaign.

The police have been found involved in large-scale drug recovery. Direct action should be taken against such police personnel. Sharad Pawar NCP leader Jayant Patil alleged that drugs are being supplied to us online. Meanwhile, leader Jitendra Ohad alleged that the drug racket is being run with the connivance of the police. We always discuss drugs in the House. No action is taken even when the police are informed about the places where drugs are sold. Sunil Prabhu alleged that drugs are being sold on the streets today. This is a serious crime in the state. What is the Narcotics Department doing? Jayant Patil demanded that our police be sent to those places where drugs are found at ports outside the state.

The government said that a high-level committee has been formed for the campaign and drug-free awareness. All the policemen found guilty in such cases have been dismissed. We have expanded the Narcotics Department. We are setting up a department in every police station. We are trying to assign good officers to the Anti-Narcotics Force. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said that now every day narcotics details will be called. Drug lord Salim Dola has been arrested. The Chief Minister said that a factory has also been found in Sitara and it belongs to them. The Chief Minister praised the performance of the Mumbai Police and said that the Mumbai Police has destroyed drugs by going to different states. We have started programs in 3000 schools and colleges of Mumbai. We are running a campaign to live a drug-free life. The Chief Minister assured that we will give rewards to those who provide information about drugs and will ensure that the identity of the person is not revealed.

Mumbai: Mankhurd-Shivaji Nagar MLA was conferred with the prestigious “Jeevan Guru Award” at the Mahatma Phule Samman ceremony held to mark the bicentenary of the birth of Father of the Nation Mahatma Jyoti Rao Phule. The award was conferred on him for his continuous services in the field of social justice and social service.

Accepting the award, the MLA said that this award is a great responsibility as well as a source of pride for him. Expressing gratitude to the committee for the bicentenary of the birth of the father of the nation, Mahatma Jyoti Rao Phule, he said, “I am deeply grateful to the committee for considering me worthy of this honour. I sincerely thank Kapil Patil ji, Dineshwar Maharao ji, Dr. Zaheer Qazi, Kapil Patil ji. I am also grateful to Abrahani Sahib and all the esteemed members associated with this organization.

Social justice and commitment to Phule Ambedkar’s ideology
Referring to the creation of a grand wall by Mahatma Jyoti Rao Phule, Kranti Jyoti Savitribai Phule and Fatima Sheikh in their assembly constituency Mankhurdshivaji Nagar, he said that this is a humble attempt to convey their great ideas to the masses. He said that we are fighting for the rights and justice of the backward and weaker sections by following the path of social justice, equality and brotherhood. We will continue to serve the society by considering their ideology as our guide.

Communal harmony
Expressing concern over the efforts to spread hatred in the society at this time, he said, “In such difficult times, we have to strengthen the country by following the path of Hindu-Muslim unity, mutual brotherhood and humanity shown by Mahatma Phule ji. This will be a true tribute to his struggle and ideals.”

He clarified that this award is not just an honor for him but an inspiration to work with more dedication for public service and social harmony.

It is noteworthy that other personalities who have rendered excellent services in the fields of journalism, literature, ideology, education and social fields were also honored at this prestigious event. The MLA expressed his heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all the dignitaries.

Mumbai: Tight security arrangements have been made in South Mumbai in view of Muharram. A mourning procession is taken out from Khadeki Bari, Pathanwadi, Mughal Masjid, due to which there is a risk of Shia-Sunni clashes. In such a situation, the police have issued an alert. A 10-day gathering is also organized in Pathanwadi Parole, while Alamdari is also held from the same area. In such a situation, so that no untoward incident occurs in the Alamdari mourning procession, the police have also taken out a route march in these sensitive areas. Under the leadership of ACP Tanveer Sheikh, the police marched on the route of all the processions. Along with this, a special watch is being kept on social media and gatherings are also being monitored. Shia-Sunni clashes had taken place in Parolin and Khade Ki Bari earlier too, so the police claimed special security arrangements here. Dongri, JJ Police had organized a route march in sensitive areas last night in the same context. Along with this, they have appealed to the mourners to take special care of the rules and regulations. In addition, the police have made it clear that if anyone tries to create sectarian differences and sectarian clashes, action will be taken against them. The police have also started the process of keeping an eye on the miscreants. The police have also intensified action against miscreants and anti-social elements during Muharram. ACP Tanveer Sheikh has also started an emergency tour of the division. In addition, they are also meeting the public directly and monitoring the situation.