Maharashtra
Mumbai: Strict action against unauthorized hawkers, constructions and encroachments in Dadar, Municipal Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani has directed
Mumbai: The campaign to clear the roads and footpaths of unauthorized hawkers in Mumbai city and metropolitan region is currently being effectively carried out. As per the court orders, strict action is being taken against unauthorized constructions and encroachments without any discrimination. Public roads and footpaths are for the safe and free movement of citizens. Therefore, the Mumbai Municipal Corporation administration has launched a special campaign to remove the obstacles caused by encroachments on them. Under this, encroachments are being removed, materials are being seized and punitive action is being taken. The court orders regarding encroachments and unauthorized constructions will be strictly followed and action against encroachments will be further tightened, the Municipal Commissioner stressed. The campaign to eliminate unauthorized hawker-free areas and encroachments is not only punishable in nature but is being implemented with the larger objective of maintaining public order, smooth flow of traffic and protection of the rights of pedestrians. The cooperation of Mumbaikars is very important for this campaign. Therefore, Gagrani has also appealed to the citizens to fully support the Municipal Corporation administration for this action. Municipal Corporation Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani today (February 23, 2026) made a surprise inspection of various areas falling under the jurisdiction of ‘F South’, ‘F North’ and ‘G North’ division offices. He specifically visited the Dadar area and took a detailed look at the unauthorized hawker free campaign as well as the eviction of unauthorized constructions. Deputy Commissioner (Zone 2) Prashant Sapkale, Deputy Commissioner (Special) (Additional Charge) Vinay Vijpute along with Assistant Commissioners, officers and engineers of the concerned departments were present on the occasion.
During this inspection, Municipal Commissioner Gagrani directly interacted with the local traders and businessmen as well as the common citizens and took note of their problems and suggestions. At that time, Mumbaikars expressed satisfaction with the campaign and responded positively to the policy of unauthorized hawker-free roads and footpaths and felt that this initiative is useful for order and smooth traffic. Due to the growing population of Mumbai city, traffic jams and encroachments on footpaths, it is becoming difficult for pedestrians to walk safely. In this backdrop, the unauthorized hawker-free roads and footpaths policy is being effectively implemented by the Mumbai Municipal Corporation administration. The main objective of this policy is to make major roads, narrow footpaths, areas under flyovers as well as areas around hospitals, schools and railway stations free from encroachments and provide open and safe public spaces for the citizens. Keeping in view the congestion, traffic congestion and accidents on roads and footpaths due to unauthorised hawkers, some areas have been declared as ‘hawker-free areas’. For the effective implementation of this policy, Municipal Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani has directed all the concerned departments to take strict and consistent action. Measures like daily action against those doing business illegally in the areas declared hawker-free, removal of encroachments, imposition of fines and seizure of materials are being implemented. This action will always continue but will be implemented regularly in collaboration with the zonal offices, administrative department offices, encroachment department and traffic police. Special teams have been ordered to be deployed at the places where encroachments are frequent and to keep a constant vigil.
Municipal Commissioner Gagrani said that the aim of this campaign is not to snatch the livelihood of hawkers but to ensure proper use of public spaces in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Therefore, emphasis is being placed on identifying authorized ‘hawkers zones’ for qualified and registered hawkers, surveying them and implementing rehabilitation plans and providing business opportunities in a systematic manner. This will protect the rights of pedestrians on one hand, and on the other hand, hawkers will also get employment opportunities within the ambit of the rules. The cooperation of citizens is also expected in this campaign. So that Mumbai metropolis can become more people-oriented, safe, orderly and livable.
Maharashtra
UP gangster wanted under Gangster Act arrested from Mumbai, major police operation UP police sent accused to UP

Mumbai: Police has succeeded in arresting a gangster and gang leader from Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh. He is residing here hiding his identity. Mumbai Police received information that he is hiding in Bay Hotel. After which Yellow Gate Police arrested gangster and gang leader Nishant Rajesh Singh (23), wanted in three cases in Sitapur. In the initial investigation, he tried to mislead the police, but later he told that he belongs to UP and later Mumbai Police contacted Uttar Pradesh Police and it came to know that he is wanted in three cases in Sitapur including theft, illegal weapons, Gangster Act, after which UP Police came to Mumbai today and took the accused into custody and took him to Uttar Pradesh. This operation was carried out by DCP Vijay Kant Sagar on the instructions of Mumbai Police Commissioner Devin Bharti.
Maharashtra
A very rare surgery: Rajawadi Hospital team successfully removes a 5.5 kg, 30 cm tumor from the uterus of a 46-year-old woman

A 46-year-old woman from Mankhurd, Mumbai, had been suffering from health problems like persistent abdominal swelling, abdominal pain and difficulty in breathing for the past two years. In view of these symptoms, she sought treatment at the Outpatient Department (OPD) of the Gynaecology Department at BMC-run Seth Vadelal Chhatrapati Gandhi and Monji Amidas Vora Municipal General Hospital (Rajawadi Hospital) in Ghatkopar. The hospital team successfully removed a tumour weighing around 5.5 kg and measuring 30 cm from the patient’s uterus. As her symptoms worsened significantly, a comprehensive review of her medical history, physical examination and necessary diagnostic tests were conducted. These tests revealed a uterine tumour measuring around 30 cm. Initial diagnosis suggested that the mass was a ‘giant leiomyoma’ (fibroid). All necessary precautions and planning were taken to deal with possible complications during and after the surgery, and the procedure was performed later. Dr. Swadina B. Mohanty, Dr. Shalini Bagaria, Dr. Arva Kamble, and Dr. Kajal Salvi played a key role in the surgery performed by the Gynecology Department. Dr. Shreyash and Dr. Netra, under the guidance of anesthesiologist Dr. Chhavi, managed the anesthesia team. Additionally, surgical staff nurse Neelakshi Guru and her team provided vital support during the surgery. Due to the large size of the tumor and the extensive network of blood vessels, the surgery was performed with utmost care. The 5.5 kg tumor removed during the procedure has been sent for histopathological examination, and the final report is awaited. Post-surgery, the patient received specialized care and was discharged from the hospital on the fifth day in excellent health. Cases of such large uterine tumors are extremely rare.
Maharashtra
Immediate financial assistance and rehabilitation for the victims of the Bhiwandi Kohinoor building tragedy and strict action against the culprits. Abu Asim Azmi

Mumbai: Maharashtra Samajwadi Party leader and MLA Abu Asim Azmi has written a letter to Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and Urban Development Minister Eknath Shinde, and Relief and Rehabilitation Minister Mukrandji Jadhav, appealing for justice for the victims of the tragic and serious incident of collapse of the four-storey Kohinoor building in Balaji Nagar area of Bhiwandi city. Through the letter, MLA Abu Asim Azmi has put forward important demands and issues, including raising questions about administrative negligence.
The Bhiwandi Nizampur City Municipal Corporation had earlier declared the building ‘extremely dangerous’ and issued a notice. Despite this, the administration failed to take timely and concrete steps to ensure the safe rehabilitation of the residents. Lives were lost due to administrative delay and negligence. Along with immediate assistance to the deceased and injured, he demanded that the government immediately provide financial assistance to the families of the citizens who lost their lives in the accident and ensure that all the injured are provided with the best medical treatment at government expense. Regarding the structural audit of the most dangerous buildings, Azmi said that a ‘structural audit’ of all the dilapidated and most dangerous buildings in Bhiwandi city should be conducted immediately, and arrangements for the temporary and permanent rehabilitation of their residents should be made without delay. Azmi has also demanded strict action against the guilty officials and has said that strict legal and administrative action should be taken against the officials responsible for this major accident and the negligence associated with it. Abu Asim Azmi has appealed to the government to take suo motu notice of the matter and ensure that justice and relief reach the affected families in Bhiwandi as soon as possible.
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