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Mumbai: Mill Workers’ Homes To Come In Thane, CM Eknath Shinde Promises

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The Maharashtra government has identified 43,000 hectares of land at five locations in Thane district to provide more homes to mill workers. The key distribution programme was held on Friday as part of the second phase of home allotment.

Shinde said, “The pace of giving possession of houses to eligible mill workers will be maintained. To avoid delay in getting housing, key distribution programmes will also be conducted as soon as the eligibility is determined. Houses are being made available at affordable rates to common people through various schemes like the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and Modi Awas Yojana.”

Houses are being made available through PM Schemes

Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said that a monitoring committee has been appointed to ensure that mill workers get their rightful houses at an early stage.

Fadnavis said, “The possession of the houses will be given regularly every week after determining the eligibility of the workers and their heirs, the process for which has been expedited. The repair work of the flats constructed by MMRDA at Mauje Kon (Panvel) is underway and the process of handing over the houses will be started soon after the repairs are completed.”

Fadnavis said a report has been sought from the Collector to explore construction of buildings at the locations.

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Mumbai Police arrests 38 wanted accused

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Mumbai: Mumbai Police has intensified its action against criminal elements. Between June 11 and June 20, the police claimed to have arrested 38 most wanted accused during a special operation in Zone 4 of Mumbai. These accused had several serious crimes registered against them, including 34 assault and harassment, 13 property and 9 other crimes.

This operation was conducted under the leadership of Mumbai Police Commissioner Deven Bharti. DCP Ragasudha said that the police were looking for many accused and the police had started searching for them. Under this, this operation was conducted and the police has also prepared a list of criminals who are wanted in many cases.

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Massive Fire Breaks Out In Mumbai’s Marine Lines Area; Visuals Surface

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Mumbai: A large blaze occurred in a residential building at Marine Lines in Mumbai. Reports indicate that a significant fire was caused by a short circuit on the fourth floor of a residential building named Neelkanth. The firefighters arrived at the location. No specifics regarding injuries or fatalities have been confirmed. Visuals of this fire are being shared on social media. Further information is awaited

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Mumbai launched a campaign against drug abuse, organised a cyclothon with the resolution of ‘Drug Free India’

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Mumbai: A unique sight was seen on the streets of Mumbai on Sunday morning when hundreds of people rode bicycles and united against drug abuse. Organised by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) Mumbai and Greater Mumbai Police, the cyclothon gave the message of spreading awareness against drugs.

The “Drugs Free India” campaign started from Bandra Reclamation Bus Station and ended at Juhu Beach.

Big personalities gathered to flag off the cyclothon at 7 am. Naval Bajaj (ADG, ATS), Sharda Nikam (IG, ANTF), Amit Ghavate (Additional Director, NCB Mumbai), Navnath Dhawale (DCP, ANC) and Dr. Deepshikha Birla (Senior Superintendent of India Post) flagged off in the presence of Mumbai North Division and personnel from Narcotics Control Bureau, Mumbai Unit and Anti Narcotics Cell, Mumbai Police.

People of all ages participated in this cyclothon organized by Loha Foundation. From youth to the elderly, everyone raised their voice against drug abuse by riding bicycles. The route was specially chosen keeping in mind traffic and safety, so that the participants do not face any inconvenience.

The walk from Bandra to Juhu was not only good for health but also gave a social message.

The event concluded at Juhu Beach, where common citizens and officials shared their views. Participants said that such events remind us that drug addiction not only ruins the life of one person, but also the entire society. We all have to come together to stop it.

This effort of NCB highlighted the dangers of drug abuse and promoted a healthy, drug-free lifestyle. Officials said that this cyclothon is just a beginning; there will be more such events in the future, which will help in freeing the society from the clutches of drugs.

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