Tahsildar in Maharashtra assaults wife, threatens her with gun; arrested
The accused is a resident of Nanded city in central Maharashtra, but is currently posted at Dhanora in the Naxal-affected district of Gadchiroli in the Vidarbha region. The police said his parents and other relatives have also been named in the FIR
TheNanded Waghala City Municipal Corporation has released an official notification for the recruitment of 30 Anganwadi Helper posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official Nanded Waghala City Municipal Corporation website. The last date to submit the application form is 24-04-2025.
Centre Awaits Karnataka's Nod On Rs 2,354 Crore BidarNanded Rail Line Project, Maharashtra On Board
7 trains cancelled, 3 partially cancelled due to maintenance work
Hyderabad: Seven trains have been cancelled, and three partially cancelled due to maintenance works, said a release from the South Central Railway on Saturday, April 5. Trains cancelled Train no. 77601, between Kacheguda and Nizamabad has been cancelled from April 6 to April 30. Train no. 77602 between Nizamabad and HS Nanded has been cancelled Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Sikh, Muslim leaders join hands to oppose Waqf Amendment Bill, call it threat to minority rights
CHANDIGARH: In a rare show of interfaith solidarity, the Akal Takht, the highest temporal seat of Sikhs, and the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), known as the mini parliament of Sikhs, have come together to oppose the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, calling it a direct interference in the affairs of minority communities. Leaders from the Muslim community have also extended their support, vowing to strengthen communal harmony and confront shared challenges. The SGPC stated that the Bill represents direct interference by the central government in minority-related matters. SGPC president Harjinder Singh Dhami said, It is a direct interference by the Centre Government in minority-related matters. He asserted that the Bill was introduced without consulting the concerned parties, which has led to significant controversy. Dhami remarked that it appears the government intends to curtail minority rights and administer matters according to its own agenda. He emphasised that the SGPC has always been committed to protecting the rights of minorities and opposes any decision that goes against minority communities. Dhami also pointed out that the Centre Government has previously attempted to suppress minorities through measures such as the introduction of the Uniform Civil Code, which directly interfered with the personal laws and religious beliefs of various communities. Similarly, the Agniveer recruitment scheme, instead of direct recruitment into the Indian Army, is an attempt to take away the reservation rights of minorities. Another example is the governments imposition of mandatory helmet-wearing rules for Sikh soldiers, which faced widespread opposition. He stated that the government should refrain from interfering in minority affairs without consulting them. He stressed that minority communities have the full right to preserve their heritage and religious institutions, and laws like the Waqf (Amendment) Bill are an attempt to weaken these rights. Akal Takhts acting Jathedar Kuldip Singh Gargaj said, This country belongs to everyone and every community has the right to live here with happiness. He questioned, Why, when it comes to suppressing minority rights, bills are passed swiftly, but where are the bills to protect minority rights? He stated that the dignity and respect of all communities should be preserved and no one has the right to deprive anyone of their rights. He emphasised that no action should make any community feel that their rights are being taken away. A delegation of the Jamiat Ulema-i-Hind met Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Kuldip Singh Gargaj in Amritsar on Friday to discuss matters related to the Waqf Bill, which has been passed by Parliament. They discussed the common challenges faced by both communities, deepening interfaith cooperation, and reinforcing communal harmony between the Sikh and Muslim communities. Gargaj said the meeting with the members of the more-than-century-old organisation of Muslim scholars was aimed at deepening interfaith cooperation, addressing common challenges, and reinforcing communal harmony between the Sikh and Muslim communities. A member of the Jamiat delegation, Javed Siddiqui, said, For years, we have maintained close ties with Akal Takht Sahib to ensure that any emerging issues are resolved collectively and peacefully. Our goal is to protect the rights of all communities. The last time major Sikh bodies and activists, despite strong differences among themselves, appeared on the same page to strongly oppose a bill was when the Aam Aadmi Party-led Punjab government pushed through an amendment in the Sikh Gurdwara Act, 1925, for the free telecast of Gurbani Kirtan from Darbar Sahib, Amritsar. Their main objection was that the Punjab government was amending the Gurdwara Act on its own without consulting the SGPC or Sikh bodies, which would set the wrong precedent for future governments amending the Act further according to their own wishes and opening the way for interference in Sikh religious and institutional affairs. The Sikh community also opposed the amendment by the Maharashtra government to the Nanded Sikh Gurdwara Sachkhand Sri Hazur Abchalnagar Sahib Board Act, 1956, in February 2024, which effectively allowed the government to take complete control over deciding who would be president of the 17-member board and to have a majority of members of its choice.
Seven held in crackdown on cricket betting rackets in Telangana
NIZAMABAD: Nizamabad police have cracked down on illegal cricket betting, arresting seven persons from two gangs operating in Nizamabad and Armoor. Several mobile phones and motorbikes were seized from them. The police stated that the accused, who established an illegal betting business, is estimated to be worth over Rs 88 lakh. Commissioner of Police P Sai Chaitanya presented the accused and case details to the media on Friday. Based on a tip-off, the police arrested four people Sheikh Mujeeb Ahmed, Sheikh Nadeem, Sheikh Junid and Sheikh Rehan from Autonagar, Bharathi Rani Colony under Fifth Town Police limits. Mujeeb admitted that they contacted a man named Sachin from Nanded, Maharashtra, through Shakeel of Salura village. Sachin provided access to online betting apps. Referred to as a Master, he appointed agents (Bookies), who created user accounts and handled deposits and withdrawals. The agents earned 7% commission by recruiting users. Over 200 youth joined the apps this IPL season, with nearly 5,000 transactions recorded. The police recovered Rs 50,000 cash, five mobile phones, bank passbooks, one credit card and one debit card. Four more suspects are absconding. In a separate case in Armoor, the police arrested Gattadi Vadda Gouth, Dayal Sunil and Jaju Ranjith. Five others are absconding. The trio received betting app links from contacts in Haryana and Maharashtra and invested earnings in money-lending, using bikes as collateral. The police seized 34 bikes, mobile phones and Rs 6,000 cash from their possession. Commissioner Sai Chaitanya stated that betting has been banned by the state government and is being treated as cyber-terrorism. He linked betting to several suicides in the district and appealed to youth to avoid the lure of easy money. He assured that victims can approach the police confidentially to report app details. Betting is now being treated as cyberterrorism, says top cop Commissioner Sai Chaitanya stated that betting has been banned by the state government and is being treated as cyber-terrorism. He linked betting to several suicides in the district and appealed to youth to avoid the lure of easy money
Six labourers feared drowned as tractor falls into well in Maharashtra
CHHATRAPATI SAMBHAJINAGAR: Six persons are feared drowned as a tractor carrying farm labourers fell into a well in Maharashtra's Nanded district on Friday morning, police said. The accident occurred in Alegaon village around 7.30 am, an official from Nanded police said. At least 10 persons were on the tractor and were on their way to harvest turmeric at a farm when the vehicle fell into a well. The area was slippery due to rains, he said. The official said two to three persons saved themselves, while six labourers were feared drowned. Rescue efforts are underway, and no bodies have been recovered so far. The well is full, and the tractor could not be spotted, he said, adding that further details were awaited.
Punjab Congress, AAP, SAD oppose Waqf Amendment Bill
CHANDIGARH: Punjab's Congress, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) have opposed the contentious Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024 , alleging that the Modi Government will now set sights on the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) followed by dilution of the autonomy of Christian institutions. Leader of Opposition and senior Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa said that the relentless assault on minority rights by the Modi government is exemplified by the contentious Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024. Bajwa said, Today, it is the Waqf Act; tomorrow, it will be the SGPC, followed by Christian institutions. The Modi governments agenda is clear: to dismantle the autonomy of religious bodies and impose a majoritarian will. We must resist this erosion of our constitutional rights and stand united against this authoritarian overreach. Addressing the amendments to the Waqf Act, Bajwa said, The inclusion of non-Muslims in key waqf institutions, such as the Central Waqf Council and State Waqf Boards, alongside the appointment of a non-Muslim Chief Executive Officer, signals an unprecedented intrusion into religious autonomy. The Modi government claims this enhances transparency, but it is a clear attempt to erode community representation and control over Waqf properties, he remarked. By centralising decision-making within the state bureaucracy and stripping the Waqf Boards of their authority to declare properties as Waqf, the government is effectively seizing control of religious endowments, he said. He pointed to the repeal of Section 107 of the 1995 Act, which previously exempted Waqf properties from the Limitation Act, 1963, as a move that could legitimise encroachments through adverse possession, further jeopardising Muslim heritage. Centre tables Waqf Amendment Bill in Rajya Sabha after passage in lower house Senior SAD leader Daljit S Cheema said, Minorities are an important part of India and no law should be passed without consensus from the community. We passed a resolution against the amendments to the Waqf Board. Central government is increasing the process of nomination and along with that, they are thinking of making non-Muslims a member of the Waqf Board, he said and likened the Waqf reform to the aking over of the Hazur Sahib Board for Sikhs in Nanded. Earlier, the Hazur Sahib board for Sikhs was there, there they increased the nominations and took it over. Now this has started happening with Muslim brothers as well, so the government should stop these things immediately, he said. While on Monday on occasion of Eid, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said that the AAP would vehemently oppose the Waqf Amendment Bill introduced by the BJP-led NDA Government. He assured the Muslim community that his government stood firmly with them in rejecting the proposed legislation, which has sparked strong opposition from the Muslim community across the country. Speaking to the media after offering Eid prayers at Malerkotla, Mann emphasised that his government would challenge the Bill at every platform, including the Parliament and the Punjab Vidhan Sabha. Our Muslim brethren are opposing this Bill vehemently, and AAP is solidly with them at this hour. We will oppose this legislation tooth and nail, he said. Waqf Board sees illegal encroachment of 14,000 acres in Punjab; litigations still ongoing in various courts
Service extended for special trains between Erode and Nanded in Maharashtra
Nagavali Express coach derails at Vizianagaram, no casualties reported
VIZIANAGARAM : A coach of the Nanded-Sambalpur Nagavali Express derailed at Vizianagaram railway station on Wednesday at around 11.40 am while departing. No casualties were reported. The general seating (GS) coach got entangled with the second-class cum luggage coach (SLR), causing a temporary disruption. Railway officials rushed to the site and detached the affected coaches. After thorough safety inspections, the train resumed its journey at 12.47 pm with all passengers on board. Authorities confirmed that the derailment occurred at a very low speed, preventing injuries. The downline (Visakhapatnam-Palasa) is expected to be restored soon, while the UP main line and both UP and DN lines of the RV section remain operational. The railway provided refreshments and water to passengers during the delay. Officials assured that all necessary safety measures were taken before resuming operations.
Bombay HC forms panel to review deaths in Nanded, Sambhaji Nagar government hospitals
The Bombay High Court was hearing a suo moto PIL on concerning news reports stating high death reports from the government hospitals of Nanded and Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar districts in 2023
Punjab Police arrest three operatives of Khalistani militant outfit from Bihar
CHANDIGARH: Punjab Police has busted a narco-terror module linked to the banned terrorist outfit Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) with the arrest of three key operatives from Bihar while they were attempting to flee to Nepal. Director General of Police, Punjab Gaurav Yadav, said here on Saturday that those arrested have been identified as Karandeep Yadav (21), Mukesh Kumar (29) and Sajan Singh (24), all residents of Khandwala Chheharta in Amritsar. The police teams have also recovered three mobile phones and 700 Nepali currency notes from their possession. The development came following meticulous investigation after the arrest of Joban Singh alias Joban and Gurbaksh Singh alias Lala after recovering 290 grams of heroin from their possession. Yadav said that preliminary investigations had revealed that the arrested accused were working on the directions of Pakistan-based BKI mastermind Harwinder Rinda. He said that the probe has revealed that the arrested accused Karandeep Yadav, had delivered the grenades and weapons that were recovered from Tarn Taran in January this year. As per the information, Tarn Taran Police had arrested four operatives identified as Robinjeet Singh alias Robin, Harpreet Singh alias Happy, Navjot Singh alias Nav and Jagdeep Singh alias Jagga. The police recovered two hand grenades and a pistol from their possession. He said that the arrested individuals, who were residing in Amritsars Khandwala and Chheharta areas, have been apprehended from the jurisdiction of Police Station Kumarkhand in Madehpur, Bihar when they were planning to flee to Nepal. The trio accused persons are being brought back to Punjab for further interrogation. Sharing operation details, Amritsar Police Commissioner of Police Gurpreet Singh Bhullar said that acting on reliable inputs, an intelligence-led operation was launched with the lead taken by officers from Chheharta Police Station, Amritsar. As a result, the accused were successfully arrested from Bihar. He said that further investigations are ongoing to establish backward and forward linkages in this case, and more arrests and recoveries are expected in coming days. In this regard, a case has dated March 7 has already been registered under section 21-C of the NDPS Act at Police Station Chheharta in Amritsar. Punjab police arrest three operatives of Khalistani militant outfit In another development, the State Special Operation Cell (SSOC), Mohali, arrested three operatives of a terror module being run by Pakistan-based BKI terrorist Harvinder Singh alias Rinda. Those arrested have been identified as Jagjit Singh alias Jaggi and Shubham Khelbude, both residents of Nanded in Maharashtra and Gurdeep Singh alias Deepa, a resident of Raipur in Ropar. Police teams have also recovered two weapons including one 12 bore pump-action gun with 15 cartridges and one .32 bore pistol with eight cartridges. This development follows the earlier arrests of Jagdish Singh alias Jagga, Shubhdeep Singh alias Shubh, and Sachindeep Singh alias Sachin in connection with the Nanded murder case. With these latest arrests, the total number of individuals apprehended in the case has risen to six in this case. Yadav said preliminary investigation has revealed that arrested accused Jagjit alias Jaggi played a critical role in facilitating logistics, safe houses, and coordination for the shooters involved in the Nanded murder case, masterminded by Rinda from across the border. Investigations have also uncovered the role of jailed gangster Dilpreet alias Baba, an old associate of Rinda, who arranged safe shelters in Punjab for the accused, he said. He said that the arrested operative Jagjeet alias Jaggi is wanted in cases related to murder, attempt to murder, threat and intimidating for extortion, while Shubham is wanted in threat and extortion related cases in Nanded, Maharashtra and came to Punjab evading their arrest. Accused Jaggi and Shubam were actively involved in coordinating various illegal activities, including the procurement of weapons, collection of extortion money, logistics support, and shelter for their other operatives in Nanded all on directions of Harvinder alias Rinda, he said. Yadav said that the third arrested individual Gurdeep alias Deepa was arrested for providing shelter and logistical support to the fugitives Jaggi and Shubam. Accused Gurdeep Deepa also played a crucial role in enabling the escape and continued activities of the accused. AIG SSOC SAS Nagar Dr Simrat Kaur said following a reliable input, a team of SSOC SAS Nagar launched an intelligence-led operation and arrested Shubham Khelbude along with Gurdeep alias Deepa from Anandpur Sahib where he was taking shelter at a sand crusher owned by the latter. Further swift action on the leads obtained from the interrogation of arrested accused paved way for the arrest of third accused Jagjeet alias Jaggi from district Tarn tarn late night on the same day. She said that during the operation the police recovered a .32-bore pistol from Shubham and a Pump Action Gun from Gurdeep, which were intended for use in furthering illegal operations in Punjab and other regions. In this regard, a case has already been registered under section 25(1) B of the Arms act and sections 249 and 61(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) at Police Station SSOC, SAS Nagar.
GBS syndrome: Minister says 224 cases reported in Maharashtra
Maharashtra reported 224 cases of Guillain-Barre-Syndrome (GBS) and 12 deaths as of March 3, mainly linked to prior Campylobacter infections. The central team is investigating the outbreak, particularly in Pune and Nanded, focusing on water sources and supply systems. Strengthening public healthcare systems is the state's responsibility.
Video: Maharashtra state bus loses control after trying to overtake motorbike
A Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) bus, heading towards Latur, lost control after it tried to overtake a motorbike on the Latur-Nanded highway. The incident occurred on March 3. It was captured in CCTV showing the MSRTC bus travelling at high speed and trying to overtake the motorbike at a junction. As it overtakes, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Fact Check: AIMIM leader makes controversial 15 minutes comment at Hyderabad meeting?
The viral video is not from Hyderabad but from an election campaign event at Urdu Ghar, Nanded, during the Maharashtra elections last year
GainBitcoin scam case: CBI seizes cryptocurrencies worth over Rs 23.94 crore
NEW DELHI: The CBI has seized cryptocurrencies worth more than Rs 23.94 crore during its two-day countrywide search operation in the GainBitcoin scam case that concluded on Wednesday, officials said. The central probe agency has also seized multiple hardware crypto wallets, 121 documents, 34 laptops and hard disks, 12 mobile phones and multiple email and instant messaging application dumps, they said. Following the nationwide searches conducted on February 25 and 26 in connection with the GainBitcoin cases, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), using in-house capabilities, has seized significant incriminating evidence and virtual digital assets, further unravelling the extent of the cryptocurrency fraud, a spokesperson said in a statement. The agency has sent the electronic devices for forensic analysis to uncover further details regarding the misappropriation of funds and potential international transactions linked to the scam, the officials said. The CBI launched the search operation at 60 locations in Delhi, Pune, Nanded, Kolhapur, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Mohali, Jhansi, and Hubli on Tuesday as part of its probe into the scam. The operation concluded on Wednesday. The ponzi scam was perpetrated through a web of platforms, including flagship site www.gainbitcoin.com, was allegedly masterminded by Amit Bhardwaj (now deceased) and his brother Ajay Bhardwaj, the officials said. Launched in 2015, the illicit operation was camouflaged under the facade of Variable Tech Pvt. Ltd, they said. The investors were lured by the offer of a 10 per cent monthly return in Bitcoin over 18 months. They were urged them to purchase the digital currency from external exchanges and deposit it with GainBitcoin through cloud mining contracts, the central agency said. The model followed a multi-level marketing (MLM) structure, commonly associated with pyramid-structured ponzi schemes where payouts are dependent on bringing in new investors, the spokesperson said. In its early days, investors received payouts in Bitcoin, fuelling the illusion of a lucrative venture. However, as the influx of new capital dwindled by 2017, the charade began to crumble. In an attempt to cover up the losses, GainBitcoin unilaterally switched payouts to their alleged in-house cryptocurrency called MCAP, which had significantly less value than Bitcoin, further misleading investors, the statement said. The scale and complexity of the scam resulted in the registration of multiple FIRs across India, from Jammu and Kashmir to Maharashtra and from Delhi to West Bengal. The Supreme Court had handed over the investigation into the case to the CBI due to the expansive nature of the operation and the international ramifications it entailed. The agency has launched a probe to unravel the full extent of the fraudulent activities, identify all implicated parties and trace the misappropriated funds, including those that may have crossed borders.
CBI conducts raids in multiple cities in Rs 600 crore crypto scam
NEW DELHI: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has been conducting extensive raids at over 60 locations linked to key accused individuals, their associates and entities suspected of laundering the proceeds of crime across the country as part of its investigation into the GainBitcoin crypto currency scam case, officials said on Tuesday. The coordinated raids are being carried out in major cities, including Delhi-NCR, Pune, Chandigarh, Nanded, Kolhapur, Bengaluru and other places, targeting the premises linked to key accused. Given the vast scale and complexity of the scam, the FIRs were registered in various states, including Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab, Chandigarh, Delhi, West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, and Maharashtra and were subsequently transferred to the CBI by the SC, the officials said. A senior CBI official said, The agency took over the cases and has been conducting an omnibus and comprehensive investigation to uncover the full extent of the fraud, identify all accused parties, and trace the misappropriated funds, including international transactions. Incriminating digital evidence and digital devices have been seized. The evidence present in emails/clouds have also been seized. The CBI remains committed to ensuring a thorough and impartial investigation and bringing the perpetrators of this massive crypto currency fraud to justice, the official said. A CBI official said that GainBitcoin was an alleged Ponzi scheme launched in 2015 by Amit Bhardwaj (deceased), with Ajay Bhardwaj and their network of agents. The scheme operated through multiple websites under the facade of a company named Variabletech Pte. Ltd. The scheme lured investors by promising lucrative returns of 10 percent monthly in Bitcoin for 18 months, the officials said.
CBI conducts searches in Rs 6,600 cr crypto scam
New Delhi: The CBI on Tuesday conducted countrywide coordinated searches at 60 locations as part of its probe into Rs 6,600 crore GainBitcoin cryptocurrency scam, officials said. The searches were spread across multiple cities including Delhi NCR, Pune, Chandigarh, Nanded, Kolhapur and Bengaluru, targeting premises allegedly linked to key accused individuals, a CBI spokesperson said []
Gain Bitcoin scam case: CBI raids 60 locations across India
NEW DELHI: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has been conducting extensive raids at over 60 locations linked to key accused individuals, their associates and entities suspected of laundering the proceeds of crime across India as part of its investigation into the Gain Bitcoin cryptocurrency scam case, officials said on Tuesday. According to the officials the coordinated raids are being carried out in major cities, including Delhi NCR, Pune, Chandigarh, Nanded, Kolhapur, Bengaluru and other places, targeting the premises linked to key accused. Given the vast scale and complexity of the scam, the FIRs were registered in various states, including Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab, Chandigarh, Delhi, West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, and Maharashtra and were subsequently transferred to the CBI by the Supreme Court, the officials said. A senior CBI official said, The agency took over the cases and has been conducting an omnibus and comprehensive investigation to uncover the full extent of the fraud, identify all accused parties, and trace the misappropriated funds, including international transactions. During searches few crypto wallets, incriminating digital evidence and digital devices have been seized. The evidence present in emails/clouds has also been seized. The CBI remains committed to ensuring a thorough and impartial investigation and bringing the perpetrators of this massive cryptocurrency fraud to justice, the official said. Gain Bitcoin was an alleged Ponzi scheme launched in 2015 by Amit Bhardwaj (deceased), along with Ajay Bhardwaj and their network of agents. The scheme operated through multiple websites such aswww.gainbitcoin.cometc., under the facade of a company named Variabletech Pte. Ltd, a senior CBI official said. The fraudulent scheme lured investors by promising lucrative returns of 10 percent monthly in Bitcoin for 18 months, the officials said, adding that gullible investors were encouraged to purchase Bitcoin from exchanges and invest them with Gain Bitcoin through cloud mining contracts. The model followed a multi-level marketing (MLM) structure, commonly associated with pyramid-structured Ponzi schemes, where payouts were dependent on bringing in new investors, the officials said. Initially, investors received payouts in Bitcoin. But, as the influx of new investments dwindled by 2017, the scheme began to collapse. In an attempt to cover up the losses, Gain Bitcoin unilaterally switched payouts to their alleged in-house cryptocurrency called MCAP, which had significantly less value than Bitcoin, further misleading investors, the officer alleged.
Cryptocurrency fraud: CBI conducts searches at 60 locations in several states
New Delhi: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday conducted searches at over 60 locations across the country as part of its investigation into the Gain Bitcoin cryptocurrency scam, officials said. The coordinated search operations were carried out in major cities, including Delhi-NCR, Pune, Chandigarh, Nanded, Kolhapur, Bengaluru, and others, targeting premises linked to [] The post Cryptocurrency fraud: CBI conducts searches at 60 locations in several states appeared first on Northlines .
Maharashtra Man, Accused Of Stalking Woman, Stabbed To Death By Her Parents: Cops
A 21-year-old man was beaten and stabbed to death by parents and relatives of a woman who accused him of stalking her in Maharashtra's Nanded district, police said on Sunday.
SCR GM inspects railway stations in Secunderabad-Nanded route
Nizamabad businessmen and traders met with SCR officials at Nizamabad Railway Station, urging the introduction of new afternoon trains to Hyderabad and Mumbai
Two Injured in Firing Incident Near Gurdwara in Nanded
A shooting near a gurdwara in Nanded leaves two injured, with one reportedly a murder accused on parole
RTI Requests Pile Up In Maharashtra, 7 Municipal Corporations Yet To Clear A Single Application
According to the report, Ahmednagar, Chandrapur, Dhule, Kolhapur, Nanded, Solapur, and Akola municipal corporations have not resolved any of the RTI applications filed with them
Tally of nerve disorder GBS rises to 180 in Pune; Mumbai records first case
PUNE/MUMBAI: The tally of suspected Guillain-Barr syndrome (GBS) cases in the Pune region has reached 180, with the detection of seven cases, while a 64-year-old woman became the first patient diagnosed with the nerve disorder in Mumbai, officials said. The seven cases in Pune comprise four fresh cases and three from previous days, an official from the health department said on Friday. Of the 180 suspected cases, 146 have been diagnosed with GBS. At least 35 patients are from Pune Municipal Corporation, 88 from newly added villages in the PMC area, 25 from the Pimpri Chinchwad civic limits, 24 from Pune Rural and eight from other districts. While 79 patients have been discharged, 58 are in ICU and 22 on ventilator support, a health department release said. The number of deaths in the region stood at six, it added. Mumbai reported its first case of GBS on Friday after a 64-year-old woman was diagnosed with the rare nerve disorder, civic officials said. Talking to PTI, Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) commissioner and its state-appointed administrator, Bhushan Gagrani, said the patient was currently undergoing treatment in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of a civic-run hospital. BMC officials said the woman, who resides in the Andheri (East) area of the city, was hospitalised with a history of fever and diarrhoea that was followed by ascending paralysis. The woman was initially hospitalised on January 21. Within three days, she developed difficulty in walking and progressive weakness in her lower limbs, they said. A provisional diagnosis of Acute Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (AIDP), a variant of GBS, was made based on clinical findings and diagnostic tests, said the officials, and described her current condition as moderate. GBS is a rare condition in which a person's immune system attacks the peripheral nerves, resulting in muscle weakness, loss of sensation in the legs and/or arms, as well as problems swallowing or breathing. Severe cases can result in near-total paralysis. GBS is more common in adults and males, though people of all ages can be affected. Maharashtra Health Minister Prakash Abitkar on Friday said the state government will bring a law to ensure people get clean drinking water and also fine entities that contaminate and pollute water. The Pune Municipal Corporation, state health department, etc, have worked very hard to ensure GBS cases are contained, he told reporters. Several agencies such as an expert team from the Centre, World Health Organization and state health department are working in tandem on the various aspects of the disease and ensuring that such cases do not spread. Now, since it is confirmed that waterborne bacteria has triggered the outbreak, responsibility will be fixed and action taken, he asserted. We are also planning to bring a law with provisions of fines on those entities that contribute to the pollution and contamination of water. The new law will ensure common people get clean drinking water through their respective civic and local bodies. We will present a draft of the bill in the upcoming Budget session, Abitkar said. He said the PMC has been directed to ensure proper chlorination of water in the Nanded village area, which has seen a high number of GBS cases. Proper monitoring is being done in Nanded village to ensure clean water is supplied. Various teams were tasked with collecting water samples from various sources, including sewage released by some resorts on the upper side of Khadakwasla dam. They are also verifying whether the contamination was triggered by poultry farms on the upper side of Khadakwasla, the minister said.
Man detained in Iran for clicking pix returns home
An Indian engineer, Yogesh Panchal, was detained in Iran for almost two months for allegedly clicking photographs in a restricted zone. He was released earlier this week after the Ministry of External Affairs intervened. Panchal, who hails from Nanded district in Maharashtra, visited Iran in December to explore business opportunities. He was apprehended from his hotel room on December 7 and accused of shooting videos and photos in a restricted zone. He was held in a local detention center for 59 days and treated well, although blindfolded throughout his incarceration. The family sought help from Rajya Sabha member Ajit Gopchade, but the Iranian Embassy in Delhi initially did not cooperate. The MEA's intervention led to a hearing and his eventual release.
Detained In Iran For Clicking Pictures, Nanded Man Returns Home After 2 Months
Panchal, who hails from Vasmat in Nanded district, told reporters that he visited Iran in the first week of December for exploring business opportunities.
Detained in Iran for clicking pictures, Nanded man returns home after two months
Yogesh Panchal, an engineer from Maharashtra, returned to India on February 4 after being detained in Iran for nearly two months for clicking photographs in a restricted zone. His release was facilitated by the Ministry of External Affairs following intervention by MP Ajit Gopchade. Panchal was treated well during his detention and released after a hearing.
63-year-old man dies of suspected GBS in Pune; total fatalities rise to six
PUNE: The number of suspected Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) deaths in Maharashtra's Pune district has risen to six after a 63-year-old man died, a health official has said. The man was admitted to a hospital in the Sinhgad Road area after he complained of fever, loose motions and weakness in the lower limb and was diagnosed with GBS, the official said on Thursday. His condition deteriorated on Wednesday and he died of acute ischemic stroke, the Pune Municipal Corporation health official said. He added that of the six deaths, five are suspected GBS deaths, while one is a confirmed fatality from the rare nerve disorder. With the detection of three new cases, the number of suspected GBS cases in Pune rose to 173, a Maharashtra health department release said. Of these, 140 have been diagnosed with GBS. Of the 173, a total of 34 patients are from Pune Municipal Corporation limits, 87 from newly added villages in PMC area, 22 from Pimpri Chinchwad civic limits, 22 from rural parts of the district, and eight from other districts, the release said. Of the 173, the release added, 72 have been discharged, 55 are in ICU and 21 are on ventilator support. Rise in Guillain Barre Syndrome cases in Maharashtra An official said a tap water sample from a housing society in the vicinity of Nanded village, where the highest number of GBS cases have been reported, has tested positive for campylobacter jejuni. It is a common bacterial pathogen that causes gastroenteritis and can trigger GBS, he added. A senior health official from the Rapid Response Team (RRT) set up to investigate the GBS outbreak within a 5-kilometre radius of Nanded village in Sinhgad Road area confirmed the development. A PMC official said the National Institute of Virology (NIV) has confirmed the GBS outbreak in Nanded and its adjoining areas was caused by water contamination, specifically due to the presence of waterborne campylobacter jejuni. The PMC said 11 private reverse osmosis (RO) plants in Nanded and adjoining areas have been sealed after test reports indicated water from these was unfit for consumption. With this, the total number of RO plants sealed by the civic body's water supply department has reached 30. Standard operating procedures (SOPs) will soon be issued to private RO plants, water tanker operators and owners of borewells supplying drinking water. They will be required to use bleaching solutions to ensure the supply of clean and uncontaminated water, said Nandkishor Jagtap, head of PMC's water department. GBS is a rare condition in which a person's immune system attacks the peripheral nerves, resulting in muscle weakness, loss of sensation in the legs and/or arms, as well as problems swallowing or breathing. Severe cases can result in near-total paralysis. GBS is more common in adults and in males, though people of all ages can be affected. Investigations still on to identify cause behind Guillain-Barre Syndrome spurt: ICMR chief
Amid GBS Outbreak, Pune Municipal Corporation Shuts Down 19 Private RO Plants In Nanded Village Area
Suspected GBS deaths in Maharashtra rise to four, case tally at 140; E.coli found in water sample
(Eds: Recasting overnight story) Pune, Feb 1 (PTI) The number of suspected deaths in Maharashtra due to Guillain-Barr Syndrome (GBS), a rare nerve disorder, have risen to four, while the tally of cases recorded in the state so far stood at 140, health officials said. A 36-year-old man died due to rauma to the respiratory system due to pneumonia at Yashwantrao Chavan Memorial Hospital in the neighbouring Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation limits on Thursday. The fourth suspected victim was a 60-year-old man from the Dhayari area off Sinhgad Road here who died on Friday. The man was admitted to the hospital on January 27 following loose motions and weakness in the lower limbs. He died due to cardiac arrest, according to the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) health department. According to state health officials, of 140 suspected patients, 98 were diagnosed as confirmed GBS cases. A total of 26 patients are from Pune city, 78 from newly added villages in the PMC area, 15 from Pimpri Chinchwad, 10 from Pune Rural, and 11 are from other districts, said the official release. No fresh case was reported on Friday. Most of the cases recorded in the state are from Pune and surrounding areas. A total of 160 water samples from different parts of Pune city were sent to the Public Health Laboratory for chemical and biological analysis, and samples from eight water sources were found contaminated. An official said Escherichia coli or E.coli bacteria was found in one of the samples obtained from private borewells in the Sinhgad Road area. E.coli in water is a sign of faecal or animal waste contamination, and the prevalence of bacteria can lead to GBS infection. Following the increase in GBS cases in Nanded, Kirkatwadi, Dhayari, and other localities on Sinhgad Road, the Pune Municipal Corporation has been collecting water samples from borewells and wells for investigations. Yesterday, we collected samples from private borewells and wells in the GBS-affected areas of Sinhgad Road. In one of the samples, E-Coli bacteria was found, said PMC water supply department chief Nandkishor Jagtap. Two days ago, a meeting was held of operators of private tube wells and borewells, and they were instructed to use bleaching power solutions provided by PMC to ensure the bacteria is contained, Jagtap said. Our chemists gave them a demonstration on how to mix the solutions in the water. The borewell point in the Nanded area, which provides 30 to 40 tankers to nearby housing societies, has been issued a notice to use bleaching power solutions, failing which action will be taken, he informed. GBS is a rare condition that causes sudden numbness and muscle weakness, with symptoms including severe weakness in the limbs. Campylobacter jejuni, a bacterium found in contaminated food and water, is believed to be the reason for the outbreak.
People Demand More Trains from Nizamabad
Nizamabad: Passengers in Nizamabad and Kamareddy districts are struggling due to limited train availability during peak hours, with high demand for services to Hyderabad, Mumbai, and other key routes. Despite 50 trains passing through Nizamabad railway station daily, no direct express trains originate from the station. Businessman B. Chandrasekhar pointed out that a train could cut travel time to Hyderabad to 2.5 hours, compared to over four hours by road. Nizamabad serves as a crucial link between North and South India, with recent electrification completed. However, the absence of a double railway line on the Secunderabad-Nizamabad-Nanded route has led to restricted services. While special trains run from Karimnagar to Mumbai during festivals, post-festival demand is met only by Devgiri Express. Commuters are urging South Central Railway to introduce an additional train from Nizamabad or Karimnagar to Mumbai, as it remains the shortest route from North Telangana. Passengers are now demanding direct express trains from Nizamabad/Basar to Hyderabad, additional Mumbai-bound train post-festivals and permission for Bodhan passengers to board Tirupati-bound Rayalaseema Express. The key concerns: No direct express train from Nizamabad to Hyderabad, forcing commuters to rely on Ajanta and Devgiri Express, which operate at inconvenient hours. Rayalaseema Express, bound for Tirupati, starts from Bodhan but does not allow passengers to board there, frustrating locals in Bodhan and nearby Maharashtra. Highway congestion on NH-44 and in Hyderabad makes road travel unreliable.
GBS situation in Pune linked to...: Health minister
Maharashtra Health Minister Prakash Abitkar has linked 80% of suspected Guillain-Barr Syndrome (GBS) cases in Pune to water contamination around a well in Nanded village. The state health department and the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) are taking measures to address the issue. The well is a source of water for surrounding villages, and officials suspect contamination is leading to the spike in GBS cases. The minister emphasized that GBS affects individuals with weak immunity, and campylobacter jejuni bacteria, usually causing stomach infection, can trigger the disease. The PMC has conducted water sample tests, with some showing evidence of norovirus and campylobacter jejuni. Clean drinking water is being provided through tankers to affected areas.
Over 50 hospitalised for food poisoning in Nanded after Ekadashi meals during pilgrimage
Over 50 individuals were hospitalized in Maharashtra's Nanded district after consuming 'bhagar' and peanut paste during a pilgrimage in Mahur. Following symptoms of food poisoning, they were admitted to Mahur rural hospital, where four were initially in critical condition. All patients are now stable and expected to be discharged soon.
Guillain-Barr Syndrome cases up in Pune; teams to check outbreak
PUNE: There has been a significant increase in cases of Guillain-Barr Syndrome (GBS) cases in Pune and the surrounding areas. According to officials, the infection is primarily linked to contaminated water and unclean food, among other factors. So far, 73 confirmed cases have been reported, comprising 47 males and 26 females. The majority of these cases have come from Punes Kirkatwadi, Nandoshi, Nanded, Dhayari, and Sinhagad Road. Primarily caused by the Norovirus, GBS spreads through contaminated food or water and can also be transmitted through airborne particles when an infected person vomits. Of the 73 GBS patients, 44 are from Pune rural, 11 are from Pune city, and they belong to the Pimpri Chinchwad area. Fourteen GBS patients are stated to be on ventilators. The infection usually lasts for one to three days, while some cases lead to severe health complications. The local health authority has sent GBS patients samples to the National Institute of Virology for further testing. However, the initial reports from the NIV indicated the presence of Campylobacter jejuni bacteria and Norovirus, both of which are spread through contaminated food and water. The symptoms of both infections include abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhoea. The local Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) initiated a survey of these affected areas and even issued an inspection report of Parvati Water Treatment Centre that confirmed the presence of contaminated water. Residents of these areas have been asked to drink clean drinking water by boiling and purifying it before consumption. Besides, it was also observed that in GBS-affected areas, the PMC lacks adequate infrastructure, such as water pipelines, to supply clean drinking water, making the residents dependent on private water tankers and other unverified sources. As part of the ongoing efforts, the municipal corporation has decided to install mesh barriers on the wells supplying water to the areas of Kirkatwadi and Khadakwasla to prevent contamination. Residents have raised concerns regarding the presence of waste and sewage near the wells, which could exacerbate the health risks in the area. After a sudden rise in the number of GBS-diagnosed patients, the Pune Municipal Corporation has initiated house-to-house measures to contain the spread of GBS at an early stage. The PMC health department has surveyed 1,943 households in Pune, 1,750 households in the Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation area, and 3,522 households in Pune rural areas. As many as 7,215 household surveys were carried out. PMC has constituted 100 health survey teams in Pune.
Malkajgiri May Become New Terminal Station
Hyderabad: After Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated Cherlapalli as a railway terminal, the South Central Railway (SCR) is reportedly working towards developing the Malkajgiri station into another terminal. Malkajgiris proximity to the city centre and its direct connectivity towards Kamareddy, Nizamabad, Nanded and Mumbai made it an ideal choice. Sources said SCR officials carried out an inspection of the station on Thursday. Malkajgiri are among Hyderabads 12 railway stations that are set to undergo a Rs 2,000-crore upgrade. SCR had previously considered upgrading Malkajgiri due to its potential and geographic advantages. Approximately eight years ago, under then-divisional railway manager Vandana Singhal, plans were announced to make Malkajgiri the second terminal for the Hyderabad division, but they did not materialise at that time. With three platforms in place, the station can potentially be expanded. Its conversion into a terminal could decongest other city stations. Commuter groups like the MMTS Travellers Association believe Malkajgiri, part of Indias largest parliamentary constituency, has been overlooked. General Secretary Nandlal suggested increasing the number of MMTS services and adjusting their schedules to meet the needs of employees, students, and passengers connecting to outstation trains from Malkajgiri. Despite multiple representations, authorities often cite a lack of trains or rakes. Noor, a member of the Zonal Railway Users Consultative Committee (ZRUCC), SCR, has recommended several modifications to transform Malkajgiri into a major station: constructing an additional platform near the east booking office, laying a new track beside Road No. 1, rearranging existing platforms to add two more tracks. Noor also proposes assigning rooms to the station manager and the RPF, building another floor for crew and AC waiting halls, and reconfiguring platform numbers. He said these measures would give Malkajgiri six platforms, along with pit lines, and bolster its capacity to serve as a terminal.
Track maintainers stage protests in Telangana, AP against Centres anti-labour policies
Hyderabad: South Central Railway Mazdoor Union affiliated to All India Railway Federation staged demonstrations before Divisional Railway Office in Secunderabad, Nanded, Vijayawada, Guntur and Guntakal on Friday against anti-labour attitude of the Central government and for failing to redress the just reasonable demands of the track maintenance category. Thousands of Track Maintainers (TM), who are also called gangmen took part in the demonstrations in support of their demands. The demonstrations were organized under the leadership of union general secretary Ch Sankara Rao. Rao said thousands of TM vacancies were not being filled in Indian railways resulting in heavy workload on them. Non-creation of additional posts of trackmen for double line, triple line, non-reduction of workload of track maintainers and age-old practices of the British regime are still followed by railways for manpower creation. He said the workload of keymen was not reduced in spite of several representations and the trackmen were demanding six hour duty in two shifts. The same was not considered. The trackmen were recruited in Level-1 (Group-D) category in spite of having higher educational qualifications such as graduation and are failing to get promotions in Indian railways due to short-sighted policies of not providing Rs.4,200, Rs.4,600 and Rs.4,800 grade pay to the trackmen category. According to Rao, a large number of vacancies are lying vacant in non-safety categories like Train Managers, Ticket Collectors, Commercial Clerks, ECRCs, Office Clerks and are not filled by promoting the Track Maintainers by allowing them to compete in the LDCE. An immediate action needs to be taken to provide 10 per cent extra in LDCE open for all track maintainers and the risk allowance provided for track maintainers is less as daily there are run over cases and there is no safety for them during the night time. The demand for provision of two track maintainers in the night patrolling is not considered stating that there is no sufficient staff due to the large number of vacancies. Thereby a single trackman is forced to work daily in the night time. There is an immediate need to provide two track maintainers in view of law and order situation and also in view of the safety of them. The Railway Minister's lip sympathy for track maintainers without acting accepting the above demands is not justified. All the recruitments of Level-I (Group-D) should be in the track maintainers category and after a period of three years they should be sent to other departments in view of the physical and manual work involved in the trackmen duties.
Complete Lendi project by end of 2025-26: Uttam to engineers
Nanded MP Ravindra Chavan meets Uttam Kumar Reddy, urges early completion of the inter-state project
Shaktipeeth Expressway: 802-KM Link to Boost Nagpur-Goa Link - All You Need To Know
The Nagpur-Goa Shaktipeeth Expressway, an 802-kilometer-long six-lane corridor, is all set to transform travel between Nagpur and Goa. Developed by the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC), this project will cut down travel time from the current 18-20 hours to just 8-10 hours, revolutionizing connectivity across the state. The expressway will pass through 12 districts, linking key pilgrimage centers while driving tourism, economic growth, and infrastructure development. Route and Districts Covered The expressway begins at Pavnar in Wardha district and ends at Patradevi on the Maharashtra-Goa border, passing through 12 districts, including Yavatmal, Hingoli, Nanded, Parbhani, and Sindhudurg. By offering a faster, more convenient route, the expressway is expected to enhance regional tourism and economic activities. Connecting Pilgrimage Sites and Growth A standout feature of this expressway is its ability to connect significant spiritual destinations. Stretching from Wardha to Sindhudurg, it will provide easier access to famous pilgrimage spots, such as Tuljapur near Solapur, Mahalaxmi in Kolhapur, and Patra Devi, promoting spiritual tourism while fostering economic development. This linkage between cultural heritage and progress will not only benefit devotees but also boost regional industries. Villages Along the Route The expressway will pass through several villages, including Sangavade, Sangavadewadi, Halasavade, Nerli, Vikaswadi, Kaneriwadi, Kaneri, Kogil Budruk, and Khebwade. By integrating rural areas into the expressway's network, the project is expected to open up new economic opportunities for these regions and improve the standard of living for local communities. Cost and Scale of the Project The total cost of the Shaktipeeth Expressway is estimated to be Rs.86,000 crore. Once completed, this highway will become one of Indias longest, surpassing the 701-kilometer Nagpur-Mumbai Expressway. Beyond its sheer size, the project symbolizes the connection between Maharashtra's cultural heritage and its vision for economic advancement. Challenges and Progress Despite facing challenges, the project is moving forward steadily. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has prioritized land acquisition to ensure the project's timely progress. Modeled after the Samruddhi Expressway, this initiative highlights the state governments commitment to reducing travel times and improving infrastructure. The Nagpur-Goa Shaktipeeth Expressway is more than just a road. It represents a new chapter of connectivity, offering a bridge between tradition and modernity, and unlocking new opportunities for millions of people across Maharashtra. A Vision for Maharashtra's Prosperity The Mahayuti government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, has introduced an expressway that stands as more than just a transportation route, represents progress and unity. By linking important Shaktipeeths and cutting down travel time, this initiative is expected to boost spiritual tourism and drive economic development. Moreover, the project reflects the government's dedication to balancing infrastructure advancements with environmental and social accountability. The Nagpur-Goa Shaktipeeth Expressway symbolizes a brighter and more connected future for Maharashtra. Prioritizing improved accessibility while protecting the environment, this venture is poised to become a milestone in India's journey toward modern infrastructure development.
Cops on alert at TG border after Bidar robbery
Kamareddy: Police have issued a high alert along the Telangana-Karnataka border following a daring robbery in Bidar town, Karnataka, on Thursday. Armed robbers on a motorbike shot dead two security guards and stole 93 lakh as the victims were trying to refill cash in an SBI ATM. Karnataka police have formed special teams to track the robbers in Bidar district and have shared information with their counterparts in Telangana and Maharashtra to tighten security in border areas. Authorities are focusing on the possibility that the robbers are moving along the inter-state borders. The incident has drawn comparisons to a similar robbery on January 12 in Pitlam mandal, Kamareddy district, Telangana, just 70 km from Bidar. In that case, robbers used a gas cutter to break into an ATM and steal 17 lakh. Investigators suspect the two incidents could be linked. Police are analysing CCTV footage to trace the movements of the robbers across the border regions. The attack on security personnel has created widespread panic among residents in Bidar (Karnataka), Nanded (Maharashtra), and Kamareddy (Telangana).
Unable to fulfill son's wish for a smartphone, farmer dies by suicide with the same rope as his son
A farmer and his son died by suicide in a Maharashtra village after the former was unable to buy smartphone for the latter. Unable to fulfill his son's aspiration for a smartphone, the farmer hung himself with the same rope in which the son died by suicide. The incident was reported at a village in Nanded, Maharashtra. Upon spotting the 16-year-old, Class X student hanging from the tree on the farm at Minaki in Biloli tehsil on Thursday morning, his father also hanged himself from the same tree, TOI reported. The boy, youngest of three brothers, came home from his hostel for Makar Sankranti and requested his father to buy him a smartphone for academic purposes. However, the father could not afford to buy the gadget because of financial constraints. Nanded police have registered a case and are investigating.
Train reverses 700 metres to pick passenger who fell
Mumbai-Nanded Tapovan Express reversed 700m on Saturday to pick up Sarvar Shaikh, a 30-year-old passenger who had fallen off near Manmad junction. Despite efforts, he later died in hospital. The loco pilot secured permission to maneuver the train back, and an ambulance was arranged at Manmad for medical assistance, while express continued its journey.
VHP says acquittal of Nanded blast accused 'tight slap' on Congress
The Congress' dream of proving Hindus to be terrorists in the 2006 Nanded blast case stands exposed, with the court acquitting all the persons made accused in the case, VHP national spokesperson Vinod Bansal said
VHP says acquittal of Nanded blast accused tight slap on Congress
New Delhi, Jan 5: The VHP on Sunday termed the acquittal of the 2006 Nanded blast accused a tight slap on the Congress face and asked the partys top leadership to apologise to Hindu society. The reaction came after a sessions court in Maharashtras Nanded acquitted on Saturday all nine surviving accused in the 2006 blast case. The Congress dream of proving Hindus to be terrorists in the 2006 Nanded blast case stands exposed, with the court acquitting all the [] The post VHP says acquittal of Nanded blast accused tight slap on Congress appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
2006 Nanded blast case: Court acquits all nine surviving accused
2006 Nanded bomb blast: All nine surviving accused acquitted
All nine surviving accused in the 2006 Nanded blast case in Maharashtra are acquitted. The prosecution failed to establish that the incident was a bomb blast, leading to their release. The case originally involved 12 accused, with three fatalities over the course of the period.
69th Railway week organised by SCR
Hyderabad : South Central Railway general manager Arun Kumar Jain stressed that safety, asset maintenance, quality works, and staff training were the major reasons for the zones success, and these facors ensured a safe, comfortable and affordable journey for passengers. Addressing the 69th Railway Week celebrations here on Friday, Jain stated that there should be no compromise in implementing safety standards. The General Managers best performance efficiency shield was jointly awarded to the Secunderabad and Vijayawada divisions. The awards were received by divisional railway managers Bhartesh Kumar Jain (Secunderabad) and A. Narendra Patil (Vijayawada). Thirty five zonal level efficiency shields were distributed, acknowledging the contributions of the Secunderabad, Hyderabad, Vijayawada Guntakal, Guntur, and Nanded divisions. Vishisht Rail Seva Puraskar were presented to 75 officers and staff.
SCR to operate additional special trains for Maha Kumbh
HYDERABAD : The South Central Railway will operate 26 additional special trains connecting various destinations to cater to the extra rush of passengers during the Maha Kumbh Mela in 2025. Train No. 07081 will leave Guntur at 11 pm on February 14, and reach Azamgarh at 5.15 pm the next day. Train No. 07082 will leave Azamgarh at 7.45 pm on February 16 and reach Vijayawada at 7.30 am two days later. Train No. 07083 will leave Machilipatnam at 10 pm on February 5 and reach Azamgarh at 5.15 pm the next day. Train No. 07084 will leave Azamgarh at 7.45 pm on February 7, 2025, and reach Machilipatnam at 9 am two days later. Kakinada Town to Azamgarh Train No. 07085 will leave at 8.10 pm on February 20 and arrive at 5.15 pm two days later. Train No. 07086 will leave Azamgarh at 7.45 pm on February 22, and terminate at Vijayawada at 7.30 am two days later. Moula Ali to Banaras Train No. 07087 will leave at 11.55 pm on February 17, 2025, arriving at 11.30 am two days later. Train No. 07088 will leave Banaras at 7.15 pm on February 19, 2025, reaching Moula Ali at 7 am two days later. Moula Ali to Gaya Train No. 07089 will leave at 5.50 pm on February 15, and arrive in Gaya at 9 am two days later. Train No. 07090 will leave Gaya at 7.45 pm on February 17, 2025, and reach Moula Ali at 7.30 am two days later. Vikarabad to Gaya Train No. 07091 will leave at 3.45 pm on February 18 and reach Gaya at 9 am two days later. Train No. 07092 will leave Gaya at 7.45 pm on February 20 and reach Vikarabad at 8.30 am two days later. Vijayawada to Gaya Train No. 07093 will leave at 7.20 pm on February 5 and arrive in Gaya at 10 am two days later. Train No. 07094 will return from Gaya at 7. 45 pm on February 7, 2025, and reach Vijayawada at 8 am two days later. Kakinada Town to Gaya Train No. 07095 will at 2.30 pm on February 8, and reach Gaya at 10 am two days later. Train No. 07096 will return from Gaya at 2.15 pm on February 10 and terminate at Vijayawada at 4 am two days later. Nanded to Patna Train No. 07099 will leave at 11 pm on February 13 and arrive in Patna at 10.30 am two days later. Train No. 07100 will return from Patna at 3.30 pm on February 15 and reach Nanded at 4.30 am two days later. Aurangabad to Patna Train No. 07101 will leave Aurangabad at 7 pm on February 19 and 25 and reach Patna at 10.30 am two days later. Train No. 07102 will return from Patna at 3.30 pm on February 21 and 27, 2025, and arrive in Aurangabad at 7.45 am two days later. Kacheguda to Patna Train No. 07103 will leave at 4.45 pm on February 22 and arrive at Patna at 10.30 am two days later. Train No. 07104 will return from Patna at 11.30 am on February 24 and reach Kacheguda at 7 am two days later. Secunderabad to Patna Train No. 07105 will leave at 5 pm on February 7 and arrive at 10.30 am two days later. Train No. 07106 will return from Patna at 3.30 pm on February 9 and reach Secunderabad at 11.30 am two days later. Trains will stop at Vijayawada, Warangal, Ramagundam, Nagpur, Jabalpur, Prayagraj and Varanasi. Other trains will halt at Patna, Danapur, and Buxar, among many others. Coaches include 2A, 3A, Sleeper, and General Second Class categories.
SCR to run 26 additional Maha Kumbh Mela special trains
Hyderabad: In order to clear extra rush of passengers participating in the Maha Kumbh Mela - 2025, the South Central Railway (SCR) is operating 26 additional Maha Kumbh Mela special trains between various destinations in February. Train No. 07081/07082 Guntur Azamgarh Vijayawada (Two services): These special trains will stop at Guntur Azamgarh special train will stop Vijayawada, Khammam, Dornakal, Mahbubabad, Warangal, Ramagundam, Mancherial, Sirpur Kaghaznagar, Balharshah, Chandrapur, Nagpur, Betul, Itarsi, Pipariya, Narsinghpur, Jabalpur, Katni, Maihar, Satna, Manikpur, Prayagraj Chheoki, Mirzapur, Varanasi and Shahganj stations in both the directions. Train No. 07083/07084 Machilipatnam Azamgarh Machilipatnam (Two services): These special trains will stop at Gudlavalleru, Gudivada, Vijayawada, Khammam, Warangal, Ramagundam, Mancherial, Sirpur Kaghaznagar, Balharshah, Chandrapur, Nagpur, Betul, Itarsi, Pipariya, Narsinghpur, Jabalpur, Katni, Maihar, Satna, Manikpur, Prayagraj Chheoki, Mirzapur, Varanasi and Shahganj stations in both the directions. Train No. 07085/07086 Kakinada Town Azamgarh Vijayawada (Two services): These special trains will stop at Samalkot, Nidadavolu, Tadepalligudem, Eluru, Vijayawada, Khammam, Warangal, Ramagundam, Mancherial, Sirpur Kaghaznagar, Balharshah, Chandrapur, Nagpur, Itarsi, Pipariya, Narsinghpur, Jabalpur, Katni, Maihar, Satna, Manikpur, Prayagraj Chheoki, Varanasi and Shahganj stations in both the directions. In the return direction, Train No. 07086 will be terminated at Vijayawada station and will not stop at Kakinada Town, Samalkot, Nidadavolu , Tadepalligudem, Eluru stations. Train No. 07087/07088 Moula-Ali Banaras Moula-Ali (Two services): These special trains will stop at Bhongir, Jangaon, Kazipet, Jammikunta, Peddapalli, Ramagundam, Bellampalli, Sirpur Kaghaznagar, Balharshah, Chandrapur, Nagpur, Betul, Itarsi, Pipariya, Narsinghpur, Jabalpur, Katni, Maihar, Satna, Manikpur and Prayagraj Chheoki stations in both the directions. Train. No. 07089/07090 Moula Ali Gaya Moula Ali Special Trains (Two services): These special trains will stop at Bhongir, Jangaon, Kazipet, Jammikunta, Peddapalli, Ramagundam, Bellampalli, Sirpur Kaghaz Nagar, Balharshah, Chandrapur, Nagpur, Betul, Itarsi, Pipariya, Narsinghpur, Jabalpur, Katni, Maihar, Satna, Manikpur, Prayagraj Chheoki, Pt Deendayal Upadhyaya Jn, Bhabua Road, Sasaram, Dehri on Sone and Anugraha Narayan Road stations in both the directions. Tr. No. 07091/07092 Vikarabad Gaya - Vikarabad Special Trains (Two services): These special trains will stop at Lingampalli, Cherlapalli, Jangaon, Kazipet, Jammikunta, Peddapalli, Ramagundam, Bellampalli, Sirpur Kaghaz Nagar, Balharshah, Chandrapur, Nagpur, Betul, Itarsi, Pipariya, Narsinghpur, Jabalpur, Katni, Maihar, Satna, Manikpur, Prayagraj Chheoki, Pt Deendayal Upadhyaya Jn, Bhabua Road, Sasaram, Dehri on Sone and Anugraha Narayan Road stations in both the directions. Tr. No. 07093/07094 Vijayawada Gaya Vijayawada Special Trains (Two services): These special trains will stop at Madhira, Khammam, Dornakal, Mahbubabad, Warangal, Jammikunta, Peddapalli, Ramagundam, Bellampalli, Sirpur Kaghaz Nagar, Balharshah, Chandrapur, Nagpur, Betul, Itarsi, Pipariya, Narsinghpur, Jabalpur, Katni, Maihar, Satna, Manikpur, Prayagraj Chheoki, Pt Deendayal Upadhyaya Jn, Bhabua Road, Sasaram, Dehri on Sone and Anugraha Narayan Road stations in both the directions. Tr. No. 07095/07096 Kakinada Town Gaya Vijayawada Special Trains (Two services): These special trains will stop at Samalkot, Nidadavolu, Tadepalligudem, Eluru, Vijayawada, Madhira, Khammam, Dornakal, Mahbubabad, Warangal, Jammikunta, Peddapalli, Ramagundam, Bellampalli, Sirpur Kaghaz Nagar, Balharshah, Chandrapur, Nagpur, Betul, Itarsi, Pipariya, Narsinghpur, Jabalpur, Katni, Maihar, Satna, Manikpur, Prayagraj Chheoki, Pt Deendayal Upadhyaya Jn, Bhabua Road, Sasaram, Dehri on Sone and Anugraha Narayan Road stations. In the return direction, Train No. 07096 will be terminated at Vijayawada station and will not stop at Kakinada Town, Samalkot, Nidadavolu , Tadepalligudem, Eluru stations. Tr. No. 07099/07100 Nanded Patna Nanded Special Trains (Two services): These special trains will stop at Purna, Basmat, Hingoli, Washim, Akola, Malkapur, Khandwa, Itarsi, Pipariya, Narsinghpur, Jabalpur, Katni, Maihar, Satna, Manikpur, Prayagraj Chheoki, Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya Jn., Buxar, Ara and Danapur stations in both the directions. Tr. No. 07101/07102 Aurangabad Patna Aurangabad Special Trains (Four services): These special trains will stop at Jalna, Selu, Parbhani, Purna, Basmat, Hingoli, Washim, Akola, Malkapur, Khandwa, Itarsi, Pipariya, Narsinghpur, Jabalpur, Katni, Maihar, Satna, Manikpur, Prayagraj Chheoki, Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya Jn., Buxar, Ara and Danapur stations in both the directions. Tr. No. 07103/7104 Kacheguda Patna Kacheguda Special Trains (Two services): These special trains will stop at Bolarum, Medchal, Kamareddi, Nizamabad, Basar, Dharmabad, Umri, Mudkhed, Nanded, Purna, Basmat, Hingoli, Washim, Akola, Malkapur, Khandwa, Itarsi, Pipariya, Narsinghpur, Jabalpur, Katni, Maihar, Satna, Manikpur, Prayagraj Chheoki, Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya Jn., Buxar, Ara, Danapur, stations in both the directions. Tr. No. 07105/07106 Secunderabad Patna Secunderabad Special Trains (Two services): These special trains will stop at Bolarum, Medchal, Kamareddi, Nizamabad, Basar, Dharmabad, Umri, Mudkhed, Nanded, Purna, Basmat, Hingoli, Washim, Akola, Malkapur, Khandwa, Itarsi, Pipariya, Narsinghpur, Jabalpur, Katni, Maihar, Satna, Manikpur, Prayagraj Chheoki, Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya Jn., Buxar, Ara, Danapur, stations in both the directions. All these special trains will consists of 2A, 3A, sleeper and general second class coaches, according to a press release.
Maharashtra ATS arrests nine Bangladeshis for illegal stay; 43 held in one month
The latest action was taken with the help of local police in Mumbai, Nashik, Nanded and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar in the last four days
Maharashtra ATS arrests 9 Bangladeshis for illegal stay; 43 held in one month
The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) arrested nine Bangladeshi nationals for entering India illegally and staying without proper documents. This arrest is part of a special drive where 43 Bangladeshi nationals have been detained in 19 cases last month, with local police assisting the operations in Mumbai, Nashik, Nanded, and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.
SCR announces two additional general class coaches to nine trains
Hyderabad: South Central Railway on Tuesday announced that two additional general class coaches would be added for nine more trains. The number of trains with additional general coaches would now reach 40. SCR, in a press release, said the augmentation of general coaches would be taken up on the following routes: Hyderabad-Mumbai CSMT; Tirupati-Hazrat Nizamuddin; Nanded-Amritsar; Hyderabad-Jaipur; Hyderabad-Visakhaptnam; Hyderabad-Tambaram; and Secunderabad-Hisar . SCR said that in July, during phase one, six pairs of trains (13 rakes) were augmented with 26 additional LHB general class coaches each. In phase two, during November-December, another 25 trains (40 rakes) were augmented with 80 additional general class coaches. With regard to the air conditioned coaches, the SCR said it was a temporary measure to suit the needs of passengers travelling in these trains.
No Kites Near Railway Tracks: SCR
Hyderabad: The South Central Railway (SCR) has urged people to avoid flying kites near railway tracks as the overhead lines are charged with high-voltage electricity and cause risk to human life. SCR also told the people to avoid contact with kite threads hanging from traction overhead. The Chinese imported kite threads are a conductor of electricity, posing risks to human life and railway electrical infrastructure. During the previous Sankranti season, quite a few cases were reported from several zones of Indian Railways where individuals suffered electric shocks after touching kite threads entangled in 15kV traction overhead conductors. The public is also advised to report sightings of kite threads hanging from overhead conductors to railway authorities to ensure the threads are safely removed by trained personnel. Sritej on ventilator support again Hyderabad: Eight-year-old Sritej, admitted to KIMS Cuddles hospital after the Sandhya theatre stampede has been put on ventilator support again. The update from doctors mentioned that he has needed oxygen and minimal ventilator support for the last two days. His chest x-ray had shown haziness on the right side, which improved after bronchoscopy and suctioning. He has also been given low-dose inotropic support for maintaining circulation since yesterday. As per the PCR report, his antibiotics have been changed since Saturday. He has not had any fever and he continues to tolerate feeds via nasogastric tube well. His neurological status remains status quo, the doctors informed. SCR provides counseling to improve safety Hyderabad: South Central Railway (SCR) will provide regular counseling for staff, including locomotive pilots and operational personnel, to reinforce safety protocols, said SCR general manager Arun Kumar Jain in a review meeting on train safety and punctuality held at Rail Nilayam on Monday. He emphasised the need to intensify field inspections and the importance of safety measures during yard shunting and directed that brake power tests must be conducted by all locomotive pilots and shunters before train movements. Divisional railway managers of Secunderabad, Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Guntakal, Guntur and Nanded participated in the review meeting video conference. DCA filed 337 drug cases in 24 Hyderabad: The Drug Control Administration (DCA) released its annual report 2024 on Monday. As per the report, the maximum cases of seizures included those pertaining to misleading advertisements, followed by the seizure of drugs sold by quacks. Between January 1 and December 25, the DCA officials filed 199 cases of drugs with misleading advertisements and 136 cases of drugs being sold by unauthorised medical practitioners. Around 98 unlicensed medical shops were found. As many as 79 cases of price violations and 44 cases of drugs sold as food products or nutraceuticals were caught. The officials busted eight cases of spurious drug rackets, five for unlicensed cosmetic drug manufacturing, three for sale of banned drugs and one for misbranded cosmetic drugs in 2024. Total drugs worth Rs.7.64 crore were seized in 2024. Joint operations between DCA and the prohibition and excise department resulted in the seizure of drugs worth Rs.11.32 crore.
People oppose replacing general class coaches with AC coaches
Hyderabad: The South Central Railway (SCR) is facing a backlash from passengers coming from economically weaker sections for replacing general class coaches with air-conditioned (AC) coaches to address rising demand for premium travel. The SCR has released details of temporary augmentation of two trains and replacement of nine trains to address passenger demand. K. Venkatesham, who regularly travels by train, said, Railways is reducing the number of general class coaches; there must be at least five general compartments in every train. It has to increase the coaches of general and sleeper compartments. S. Shekar Reddy, who travels to Tirupati regularly, said, If they remove the general coaches the problem will increase, with no alternatives people will enter the reserved coaches. Many passengers prefer general class due to its affordability, especially during festival seasons when buses and private vehicles become expensive or unavailable. Replacing general coaches with AC coaches raises costs, making travel unaffordable for economically weaker sections, said P. Sarika. A general class coach has a capacity of 82 to 100 passengers. If two general coaches are replaced by AC coaches, around 5,000 to 6,000 passengers will be affected for each train in a month. If a person travels from Hyderabad to Tirupati in general class. the ticket price will be around `455 and in 3rd AC the price will be up to `2,195. SCR officials, however, stated that the replacement is a temporary measure because of several reasons. We have noticed the waiting list demand is high and accordingly we are replacing some coaches to accommodate the demand. There is also a huge demand for second and third AC coaches, the fares will be applied according to the replaced coach. They added that each train will definitely have mandatory two general coaches. Temporary additions/replacements in January Additions 1. Train No. 17614 and 17613 Nanded - Panvel Express: Added one 3rd AC and one sleeper 2. Train No. 17630 and 17629 Nanded - Pune Express: Added One 3rd AC and one sleeper Replacements 1. Train No. 12702 and 12701 Hyderabad to Mumbai CSMT will replace two general second class coaches with two third AC coaches. 2. Train No. 12707 and 12708 Tirupati to H.Nizamuddin will replace two General Second Class coaches with two Sleeper coaches. 3. Train No. 12715 and 12716 Nanded to Amritsar will replace two General Second Class coaches with one Third AC and one Sleeper coach. 4. Train No. 12720 and 12719 Hyderabad to Jaipur will replace twp General Second Class coaches with two Third AC coaches . 5. Train No. 12728 and 12727 Hyderabad to Visakhapatnam will replace two General Second Class coaches with one Third AC and one Sleeper coach. 6. Train No. 12760 and 12759 Hyderabad to Tambaram will replace two General Second Class coaches with two Sleeper coaches. 7. Train No. 12793 and 12794 Tirupati to H. Nizamuddin, will replace two General Second Class coaches with two Sleeper coaches. 8. Train No. 22737 and 22738 Secunderabad to Hisar will replace two General Second Class coaches with one Second AC and one Sleeper coach.
Fadnavis releases Good governance report riddled with inaccurate data
Mumbai: The Maharashtra District Good Governance Index (DGGI) 2024 report, which was released by chief minister Devendra Fadnavis with much fanfare on Thursday, is riddled with inaccurate data. As per the data, the total cultivated area under crop insurance in Rabi season is 4,30,067.06 hectares, which is 22 times more than the total cultivated area in the district. Similarly, in at least 10 other districts, the area under insurance is more than the cultivated area. While releasing the report, Mr. Fadnavis said that it also reflects the scope of governance according to various sectoral benchmarks. However, a senior government officer said that the data given in the report, like the section about crop insurance and district revenue, does not give the real picture. For example, the total cultivated area in the Rabi Season in Kolhapur district is only 18,813.0 hectares. It means that the crop Insurance cover was taken for the 2286 per cent of the total cultivated area. Other districts such as Jalana, Beed, Parbhani, Dharashiv, Washim, Akola, Yavatmal and Nanded also have area under the insurance cover more than 100 per cent of the total cultivated area. Moreover, the report has used the data of revenue income from the fiscal year 2021-22, instead of last year. Interestingly, the Raigad district has surpassed Mumbai city and suburbs in revenue growth, the report says. The DGGI is based on 161 benchmarks across 10 development sectors, namely Agriculture and Allied Sectors, Public Health, Public Infrastructure and Utilities, Economic Governance, Commerce and Industry, Social Development,Judiciary and Public Safety, Human Resource Development, Citizen Centric Governance and Environment. Flaws can be observed in the data as each sector in the DGGI report contains a 2020-21 and 2021-22 financial year's data, which can't reflect the actual position of 2023-24, the officer said. Even the figures revenue growth of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) did not match with the revenue growth shown in the year 2020-21 and 2021-22 of the DGGI 2024 report. As per the report, Mumbai citys revenue was shown Rs 25,956 crore for the year 2021-22, Mumbai suburbs revenue was also shown the exact same. But the actual revenue of the BMC, which is the municipal body for both Mumbai city and suburbs, reported Rs 39,764.82 crore in the year 2021-22, an official said. A senior official from the Directorate of Economics and Statistics (DES) told this newspaper that they have also raised a query with the Commissionerate of Agriculture, Pune how the area covered by the Crop Insurance is for more than the cultivated area. However, they have not received any response even after two weeks. Interestingly, the DES decided to publish the report with erroneous data. We have just uploaded the data as shared by the Commissionerate of Agriculture. Once we get the clarification from them, we will make a correction in it, the senior official said.
Sikhs of Nanded fondly sing Manmohans praise
Dr Singh visited Nanded multiple times in various capacities as a Planning Commission member, finance minister, and prime minister. In October 2008, the city hosted the grand 300th-anniversary celebration of the Guruship of Guru Granth Sahib, elevating its prominence as one of the five Takhats of Sikhism
Rs 500 paddy bonus lures Maharashtra, Karnataka suppliers
Nizamabad: The introduction of a Rs 500 bonus for paddy has inadvertently fuelled illegal transportation of paddy from neighbouring Maharashtra and Karnataka into Nizamabad and Kamareddy districts. Despite efforts by officials to strengthen inter-state borders, middlemen remain pivotal in facilitating the smuggling operations. Previously, farmers transported paddy to Maharashtra seeking higher prices. Under the guise of supporting farmers, certain traders diverted paddy from Nizamabad and Kamareddy to districts such as Nanded, Latur, Bheed, Parbhani, Jalna, Pune, Solapur, Mumbai, and other regions in Maharashtra. With the new Rs 500 bonus incentive, traders have started moving paddy back from Maharashtras Nanded district to Telanganas Nizamabad and Kamareddy districts. Civil supplies, revenue, and police officials have intensified coordination to block the influx of paddy from Maharashtra and Karnataka. However, these measures have largely failed due to the involvement of corrupt employees at key inter-state entry points. Traders exploit these vulnerabilities to smuggle paddy through locations including Salabathpur, Pothangal, Birkur, Salura, Kandakurthi, and Khandgaon.
PARBHANI: Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Monday claimed Somnath Suryavanshi was killed because he was a Dalit and was protecting the Constitution. Police killed Suryavanshi, and it was a 'cent per cent custodial death, the leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha alleged after meeting Suryavanshi's family members in Parbhani. Talking to reporters, Gandhi said he met Suryavanshi's family members who showed him the post-mortem report, as well as some photographs and videos. Parbhani witnessed violence after a glass-enclosed replica of the Constitution near Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar's statue outside the railway station in the city, located in Marathwada region, was vandalised on the evening of December 10. Suryavanshi (35), a resident of Shankar Nagar in Parbhani, was among more than 50 persons arrested in connection with the violence. He died on December 15 at a state-run hospital where he was rushed after complaining of chest pain and uneasiness while he was in judicial custody and lodged at the Parbhani district central prison, as per police. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has ordered a judicial probe into the Parbhani violence. What do we know about the 'custodial death' of 35-year-old law student in Maharashtra's Parbhani Fadnavis said in the state assembly recently that Suryavanshi had told a magistrate that he was not tortured and the CCTV footage also doesn't show any evidence of brutality. After meeting Suryavanshi's family, Gandhi claimed, The youth was killed because he was a Dalit and was protecting the Constitution. This is a cent per cent custodial death. The police have murdered him. The chief minister lied in the assembly to give a message to the police. The RSS ideology is to wipe out the Constitution, the Congress leader charged. Gandhi demanded that the matter be resolved and those who killed the man be punished. This is not politics, there has been a murder and action has to be taken, he said. Asked who was responsible for the Parbhani incident, Gandhi said, Ideology is responsible for this and since the chief minister has spoken, he too is responsible. Later, Rahul also met the family of Vijay Wakode, who had died during a protest in Parbhani following the violence. Earlier, Rahul arrived at Nanded airport from Delhi and travelled to Parbhani by road. He was accompanied by AICC in-charge for Maharashtra Ramesh Chennithala, state Congress chief Nana Patole and other leaders. Fadnavis orders probe into Beed, Parbhani clashes
Rahul Gandhi to Visit Village of Murdered Beed Sarpanch
Mumbai: Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi will visit Parbhani on Monday to meet the family of a Dalit youth who died under mysterious circumstances while in judicial custody after the violence in the Marathwada town last week. Gandhi will arrive in Nanded by special flight on Monday afternoon and then travel to Parbhani to offer condolences to the family of Somnath Suryawanshi, who belonged to the Wadar community. The Congress MP will be accompanied by state Congress President Nana Patole and senior leaders including MLA Vijay Wadettiwar. Suryawanshi, 35, was one of approximately 300 people, mostly Dalits, detained by police in the aftermath of the violence that erupted on December 10 after the desecration of a statue of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar near Parbhani Railway Station. He was later found dead in judicial custody just 72 hours later, sparking widespread outrage and accusations of police brutality from the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance and Dalit groups. Following the uproar, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced a compensation package for the family, ordered a judicial probe, and appointed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the death. Earlier, the Parbhani Police had claimed that Suryawanshi had complained of chest pains and was rushed to hospital for treatment. However, a provisional autopsy report of December 16 stated that he succumbed to shock following multiple injuries. The MVA and Dalit leaders had vociferously alleged that Suryawanshi was brutally beaten by the police and had succumbed to grave injuries.
Parbhani Dalit mans death in judicial custody: Rahul Gandhi to meet kin
Mumbai: Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi will visit Parbhani on Monday to meet the family of a Dalit youth who died under mysterious circumstances while in judicial custody last week, officials said here on Saturday. Rahul Gandhi will reach Nanded by a special flight on Monday afternoon and from there drive Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
