Key Stories in Western India: Linguistic Politics, Security Ops, and More

Mumbai, June 26 (PTI) - Here are the key stories from the Western Region as of 1700 HRS.

Linguistic Politics in Maharashtra: Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray has once again voiced his opposition to the alleged "imposition" of Hindi in Maharashtra. He claims the BJP is attempting to create a divide based on language. (BOM23)

Chhattisgarh Encounter: In a significant security operation in Narayanpur, Chhattisgarh, two female Naxalites were killed in an encounter with law enforcement personnel. (BOM7)

Comments on Language Policy: Sharad Pawar, chief of NCP (SP), has expressed that while Hindi cannot be ignored, it should not be imposed as a compulsory subject from Class 1 in Maharashtra, suggesting such language introduction should occur post Class 5. (BOM20)

Political Developments in Gujarat: The Aam Aadmi Party has suspended MLA Umesh Makwana for "anti-party" actions shortly after he resigned from all party posts, except his legislative position, citing the party's failure to address issues concerning backward classes. (BOM18)

Maharashtra Legislature Session: The Monsoon Session of the Maharashtra Legislature will run from June 30 to July 18. (BOM19)

Air Safety Concerns: Maharashtra Minister Ashish Shelar chaired a meeting to tackle the rise in bird strikes affecting air travel, directing Mumbai's civic body to modernize the Versova waste transfer center, which is a risk zone for aircraft operations. (BOM22)

Infrastructure Deadlines: Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has mandated state officials to ensure all infrastructure projects are completed within a three-year timeframe. (BOM6)

Expressway Concerns: Supriya Sule, NCP(SP) working president, has urged the Maharashtra government to reassess the Shaktipeeth Expressway project, warning that the Rs 86,300 crore initiative could significantly strain the state's financial resources. (BOM14)

Goa Jail Incident: Authorities have arrested three individuals and detained a minor for allegedly attempting to smuggle marijuana into the high-security Central Jail in North Goa by throwing ganja balls over the premises. (BOM3)

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