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Mukesh Sahani declines to quit after VIP MLAs enter the BJP

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VIP chairman Mukesh Sahani refused to resign as Bihar’s Animal Husbandry and Fisheries Minister despite his party’s three MLAs joining the BJP on Wednesday. He claimed at a press conference in Patna on Thursday that the BJP, which became the single-largest party in the Assembly by “snatching” MLAs from other parties, doesn’t have the moral authority to demand his resignation. Meanwhile, Sahani insisted that Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has the authority to dismiss him from the Bihar Council of Ministers.

Mukesh Sahani expressed his thoughts by saying, “My best wishes to those who, till yesterday, was our MLAs but changed their minds and joined another political party (BJP). We also congratulate the BJP on gaining 77 MLAs after joining our three MLAs, making them Bihar’s number one political party “, Added, “CM Nitish Kumar has the authority to request my resignation, thus I will comply. Nitish Kumar, the Chief Minister, must determine who would serve as a Minister in his cabinet ” “BJP got unhappy because I requested reservation of Nishad community in SC or ST category. BJP got angry with us for seeking caste census,” he said, referring to the JP Nadda-led party. “I am the son of Nishad. I will continue to fight for my people’s rights.”

The split between the VIP and the BJP

Mukesh Sahani began his political career as a supporter of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). On November 4, 2018, he started his party. On October 3, Sahani walked out of a Mahagatbandhan press conference to reveal the seat-sharing formula, claiming that the RJD had betrayed him. VIP joined the NDA after declaring that his party would run candidates in all 243 seats in Bihar. In the Assembly elections, VIP won four out of eleven seats.

VIP’s four elected MLAs played a crucial part in the establishment of the government, as the NDA earned a razor-thin majority in the state Assembly, with 125 seats to the Mahagatbandhan’s 110. Sahani’s relationship with the BJP deteriorated after his party was denied two Cabinet berths and a full 6-year term in the Legislative Council following his defeat in the Bihar Assembly elections. On January 20, he dared the BJP to leave the Bihar alliance if it had a problem with the state government’s functioning.

In the recently finished Uttar Pradesh Assembly election, he faced criticism for fielding 57 candidates against the JP Nadda-led party. The BJP’s fielding of Baby Kumari for the by-election in Bochaha, a seat that became vacant after VIP MLA Mukesh Paswan’s death, was the most recent flashpoint. VIP refused to budge and offered Geeta Devi the ticket for this seat.

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Navi Mumbai Police Seize Drugs Worth ₹1.10 Crore, Arrest Three in Pre-Dawn Raid

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In a major crackdown on drug trafficking and illegal immigration, the Navi Mumbai Police conducted a pre-dawn raid on Thursday, seizing narcotics worth Rs1.10 crore and arresting three African nationals.

Acting on directives from Commissioner of Police Milind Bharambe, the Anti-Narcotics Cell and Crime Branch launched a coordinated operation at 4:00 AM. The raid, led by Assistant Commissioner Bhausaheb Dhole and Inspector Sandeep Nigde, involved 125 police officers targeting 11 locations across the Commissionerate.

Authorities confiscated 118.48 grams of high-quality cocaine worth Rs59.24 lakh, 100.84 grams of MD powder valued at Rs50.42 lakh, and Rs43,500 in cash. A total of 35 African nationals were screened, and three individuals found in possession of narcotics were arrested under the NDPS Act at Ulwe Police Station.

Additionally, 11 individuals with expired visas and passports were served Leave India Notices, as part of the police’s intensified efforts against illegal immigration.

The Navi Mumbai Police have vowed to continue their crackdown on drug trafficking and unlawful activities, warning of strict action against offenders.

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On February 15, CIDCO Will Conduct A Computerized Lottery Draw For The “My Preferred CIDCO Home” Program

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CIDCO to hold computerised lottery draw for “My Preferred CIDCO Home” scheme on February 15.

The Lottery

The City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO) will hold the computerised lottery draw for its highly anticipated “My Preferred CIDCO Home” housing scheme on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at 11:00 AM. The event will take place at Raigad Estate, Phase I, Sector-28, Taloja Panchanand, Panvel, and will be streamed live on the CIDCO website for applicants to watch in real time.

Launched on October 12, 2024, the scheme aims to provide affordable housing under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) for the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and Low-Income Group (LIG) categories. A total of 26,000 tenements have been made available across Navi Mumbai in key locations such as Vashi, Bamandongri, Kharkopar, Kharghar, Mansarovar, Khandeshwar, Panvel, and Kalamboli.

A key feature of this scheme was that applicants could select up to 15 preferred tenements, making it highly flexible and attracting overwhelming participation.

The live webcast of the draw can be accessed on cidcohomes.com, ensuring transparency in the process. After the draw, the list of successful applicants will be published on lottery.cidcoindia.com.

With this initiative, CIDCO continues its mission to provide affordable housing and fulfill the dream of homeownership for thousands in Navi Mumbai.

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Construction Projects Must Utilize Tertiary Processed Recycled Water, Under NMMC Regulations

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NMMC mandates use of tertiary treated recycled water for construction projects.

The Regulation

In a major step towards water conservation, the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has made it mandatory for developers to use tertiary treated recycled water in all construction projects approved by the Town Planning Department.

The initiative aims to curb the rising demand for potable water as the city grapples with declining rainfall and increasing concerns over water scarcity. With several redevelopment projects underway, the consumption of drinking water for construction has surged, putting additional strain on resources.

To address this, NMMC is leveraging its advanced sewage treatment infrastructure. The city currently operates seven sewage treatment plants using Sequential Batch Reactor (SBR) technology. Additionally, tertiary treatment plants at Koparkhairane and Airoli utilize Ultra Filtration and Ultraviolet-Based Technology to further purify secondary treated water. This recycled water is already being supplied to industrial establishments in the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) area for non-potable use.

By enforcing the use of recycled water in construction, NMMC aims to reduce reliance on drinking water and promote sustainability. This regulation is expected to play a crucial role in preserving Navi Mumbai’s water resources for the future while ensuring responsible urban development.

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