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Nagpur faces unrest over Aurangzeb's grave relocation. Thackerays criticize BJP's role, igniting a political debate amidst community tensions.

Nagpur Unrest: Thackerays vs BJP in Grave Debate

Nagpur sees unrest over Aurangzeb's grave relocation. Thackerays challenge BJP, sparking political debate and communal tension. Curfews implemented.

Nagpur Tension: Thackerays oppose BJP amid Aurangzeb grave debate

Nagpur faces unrest over Aurangzeb's grave relocation. Thackerays criticize BJP's role, igniting political debate. Curfew remains.

Amid recent unrest in Nagpur over demands to relocate Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb's grave, former Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray has questioned the necessity of confrontations on the issue.
Thackeray pointed out that the controversial ruler had passed away over 300 years ago.
In a pointed remark, Thackeray suggested that if there was a desire to remove Aurangzeb's grave, politicians like Chandrababu Naidu and Nitish Kumar should be consulted.
His reference to the Chief Ministers of Andhra Pradesh and Bihar, respectively, who are significant BJP allies, was interpreted as a nod to the Muslim populations in their states, particularly with upcoming elections in Bihar.
Thackeray also noted an irony, highlighting that Aurangzeb was born in Gujarat, the ruling party's stronghold. His son, Aaditya Thackeray, further accused the BJP of manufacturing this controversy to divert attention from the state government's shortcomings.
He alleged that the BJP aims to replicate the violence seen in Manipur, referring to the state's recent strife.
The grave of Aurangzeb, a protected historical site under the Archaeological Survey of India, has become the focal point of this controversy.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has expressed regret over the central government's decision to protect the grave.
Violent clashes erupted in Nagpur after a protest by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad, who burned an effigy to symbolize Aurangzeb's grave, inciting community tension. The police have detained 47 individuals involved in the violence, and scores were injured, including law enforcement officers.
Fadnavis addressed the Assembly, suggesting a premeditated conspiracy to incite violence on specific communities. He also referenced 'Chhava,' a film about the Marathas' battle against Aurangzeb, in his remarks, prompting criticism from opposition members like Priyanka Chaturvedi.
Shinde's Shiv Sena faction specifically targeted the Muslim community in its criticisms, labeling supporters of Aurangzeb as "traitors." However, these accusations were rebuked by Uddhav Thackeray, who noted the violence's proximity to the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh's headquarters, calling on the ruling government to take responsibility.
The Congress party's Vijay Wadettiwar also condemned the ruling coalition, accusing them of deliberately sowing division. Despite a semblance of calm returning to Nagpur, a curfew remains in effect, and group gatherings are prohibited in specific areas as a precaution.

The Shiv Sena UBT chief said the BJP was appropriating the legacy of Bal Thackeray because they can't garner votes in the name of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

BJP trying to 'steal' a Thackeray: Uddhav on MNS chief-Amit Shah meeting

The Shiv Sena UBT chief said the BJP was appropriating the legacy of Bal Thackeray because they can't garner votes in the name of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray on Tuesday accused the BJP of trying to "steal" a "Thackeray" to win elections, a remark coming in the wake of a meeting between MNS chief Raj Thackeray and Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
Addressing a gathering in Nanded district, Uddhav Thackeray also said he was not bothered if the BJP took away his estranged cousin. Uddhav Thackeray's swipe at BJP comes after Raj Thackeray met Shah in Delhi amid a buzz that the BJP is looking to ally with him for the Lok Sabha polls to boost its alliance in Maharashtra.
"BJP knows very well that they don't get votes in the name of PM Narendra Modi in Maharashtra. People vote here in the name of (Bal) Thackeray. This realisation prompted the BJP to try to steal leaders from outside (BJP fold)," he said.
Alleging that BJP seed is "bogus", he accused the party of trying to appropriate the legacy of Bal Thackeray.
"First, they stole the photo of Bal Thackeray, but it doesn't matter. Today, they are trying to steal another Thackeray....take it, I and my people are enough," he said while concluding his two-day tour of Nanded and Hingoli districts in the Marathwada region.
Uddhav Thackeray, whose party is a constituent of the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi and INDIA bloc, claimed even Christians and Muslims have no issue with his style of Hindutva.
"The image of Shiv Sena (undivided) was getting sullied when we were with the BJP. But since we severed ties with them, even members of Christian and Muslim communities are saying that they have no issues with our Hindutva ideology," he added.
Raj Thackeray had parted ways with the Shiv Sena, when it was undivided, due to his differences with Uddhav and founded MNS in 2006. However, his MNS could not make much impact even though he is seen as a powerful orator and enjoys a certain following.
His controversial comments against north Indians in the past had drawn sharp criticism from leaders of various political parties, including the BJP.&nbsp;
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Let's take a look at some of the most talked-about films based on the lives of Indian politicians.

'Thackeray' to 'Thalaivii': 5 films based on the lives of Indian politicians

Let's take a look at some of the most talked-about films based on the lives of Indian politicians.

Majority of Bollywood celebrities have tried to stay away from politics time and again. However, they have never backed out from playing prominent politicians on the big screen.&nbsp; Let's take a look at some of the most talked-about films based on the lives of Indian politicians.
Thalaivi (2021)
Starring Kangana Ranaut, this biopic chronicles the life of actor-turned-chief minister Jayaram Jayalalitha. It shows how she challenged the male-dominated politicial culture and went on to rule the state of Tamil Nadu
The Accidental Prime Minister (2019)
Starring <a href="https://www.editorji.com/entertainment-news/bollywood/anupam-kher-wonders-he-is-not-a-part-of-mainstream-indian-cinema-anymore-1661651294627">Anupam Kher</a>, this film is based on the book 'The Accidental Prime Minister' by political analyst Sanjaya Baru. &nbsp;It explores Manmohan Singh's tenure as the Prime Minister and shows how he became a victim to Congress' attempt to boost politician Rahul Gandhi. Akshaye Khanna played Sanjaya Baru, while Aahana Kumar potrayed the role of politician Priyanka Gandhi. Sonia Gandhi was played by Suzanne Bernert.
Thackeray (2019)
This biopic shows the rise of Shiv Sena party founder Bal Thackeray from controversial cartoonist to powerful Mumbai politician. The film starred Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Amrita Rao, and Rajeev Panday.
PM Narendra Modi (2019)
The Omung Kumar-directorial chronicles the rise of Narendra Modi from a poor tea-seller to finally being elected as the 14th prime minister of India. Vivek Oberio starred in the titular role.
Gandhi (1982)
This acclaimed biographical drama shows how Mohandas Gandhi returns to British India from South Africa and begins a non-violent resistance campaign against the British rule over India. Initially dismissed by English officials, Gandhi and his cause eventually becomes internationally renowned, and his passive protest moves India towards independence. The Richard Attenborough-directorial starred Sir Ben Kingsley in the titular role.&nbsp;
The film earned 11 nominations at the 55th Academy Awards, winning eight including for the Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor (for Kingsley).
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The Maharashtra government on Friday announced to re-open all the temples and other religious places in the state from 7 October.&nbsp;
However Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray appealed to the people to follow Covid&nbsp;protocols and maintain social distancing and wear masks while visiting religious places.&nbsp;
&ldquo;The Maharashtra government has prepared itself for a third wave, but with all precautions, the state is allowing relaxations in various activities," he added.&nbsp;
In a further relaxation of&nbsp;Covid-19&nbsp;restrictions, nineteen months after the shut down, schools will reopen their premises for in person classes for students from classes 5 to 12 in rural areas, and from classes 8 to 12 in urban areas from October 4.
Maharashtra on Friday&nbsp;reported 3,286 new coronavirus infections taking the state's overall caseload to 65.3 lakhs.&nbsp;

Maharashtra allows religious places to reopen from 1st day of Navratri, October 7

The Maharashtra government on Friday announced to re-open all the temples and other religious places in the state from 7 October
However Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray appealed to the people to follow Covid protocols and maintain social distancing and wear masks while visiting religious places.
The Maharashtra government has prepared itself for a third wave, but with all precautions, the state is allowing relaxations in various activities," he added.
In a further relaxation of Covid-19 restrictions, nineteen months after the shut down, schools will reopen their premises for in person classes for students from classes 5 to 12 in rural areas, and from classes 8 to 12 in urban areas from October 4.
Maharashtra on Friday reported 3,286 new coronavirus infections taking the state's overall caseload to 65.3 lakhs.

Maharashtra allows religious places to reopen from October 7

Maharashtra gives nod to open religious places from October 7 Temples in Maharashtra to open on first day of Navratri Maha CM appeals to devotees to maintain covid protocols Schools to reopen in entire Maharashtra from October 4 Maharashtra on Friday reported 3,286 new Covid cases Maharashtra's Covid-19 recovery rate stands at 97.23%

All places of worship will reopen for devotees from the first day of Navaratri, i.e., 7th October 2021, while observing all Covid&nbsp;safety protocols.

The Maharashtra government on Friday announced to re-open all temples and other religious places in the state from October&nbsp;7 . Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray, however appealed to the people to follow Covid&nbsp;protocols and maintain social distancing and wear masks while visiting religious places.&nbsp;
&ldquo;The Maharashtra government has prepared itself for a third wave, but with all precautions, the state is allowing relaxations in various activities," he stated
In a further relaxation of&nbsp;Covid-19&nbsp;restrictions, nineteen months after the shut down, schools will reopen their premises for in person classes for students from classes 5 to 12 in rural areas, and from classes 8 to 12 in urban areas from October 4.
Maharashtra on Friday&nbsp;reported 3,286 new coronavirus infections but has a strong recovery rate of over 97%.

Kangana hits out at Maha CM, calls him worst product of nepotism

Actress Kangana Ranaut hit out at the Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray, called him 'worst product of nepotism'

Actress Kangana&nbsp;Ranaut hits out at Maha&nbsp;CM
Actress calls&nbsp;Uddhav Thackeray worst product of nepotism
CM attacked those who defame the state

A day after Uddhav Thackeray attacked &lsquo;those who abuse Mumbai by calling it Pakistan Occupied Kashmir" actress Kangana Ranaut hit out at the Maharashtra Chief Minister in a series of tweets. Without naming Kangana, Thackeray drew attention to the Mumbai-PoK remark of the actress and said Maharashtra-haters have left no stone unturned to defame the state. In response, Kangana Ranaut called the Chief Minister the "worse product" of nepotism. In her tweet Kangana shamed Thackeray for speaking to a self- made single woman who was his son&rsquo;s age in that manner.

Uddhav attacks Maha governor with a 'beef in Goa' jibe 

Maharashtra&nbsp;CM Vs Governor: Uddhav&nbsp;Thackeray asked Koshiyari, "is this your Hindutva? You ban beef in Maharashtra, but you are okay with it in Goa."

Maharashtra chief minister Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday launched a scathing attack on governor Bhagat Singh Koshiyari with whom he has had an acrimonious exchange over the issue of opening temples in the state. Pointing out at the availability of beef in Goa, Thackeray asked the governor "is this your Hindutva? You ban beef in Maharashtra, but you are okay with it in Goa." Critics have often accused the BJP of double standards on the issue of beef ban citing Goa. The chief minister Vs governor war of words started when Koshiyari taunted him for not opening temples and asked him he had turned secular. Uddhav had hit back saying he did not need a certificate of Hindutva from the governor.

Aaditya Thackeray invites Elon Musk's Tesla to Maharashtra

SM text:&nbsp;Maharashtra&nbsp;govt invites Tesla to the state, after Elon&nbsp;Musk hinted at India foray in 2021.

Maharashtra invites Tesla after Elon Musk hints India entry in 2021

Aditya Thackeray invites Tesla to Maharashtra
Committed to sustainable development:&nbsp;Thackeray
Elon Musk hinted at India foray in 2021
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Maharashtra&nbsp;minister Aaditya Thackeray said he has invited Elon Musk's Tesla to the state. The Shiv Sena leader took to Twitter to share that he along with industries minister Subhash Desai held a video call with Tesla executives to invite them. Stressing he believes electric mobility, supported by renewable energy is the way ahead, Thackeray further said that Maharashtra government is &lsquo;firmly committed to policy building and changes for sustainable development.&rsquo; Earlier this month, Elon Musk had indicated that the company could make a foray into India in 2021.

Shiv Sena welcomes Amit Shah's stand on Maha Guv-CM letter row

Shiv Sena&rsquo;s Sanjay Raut on Sunday welcomed Union Home Minister Amit Shahs remark that Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari could have chosen his words better while writing to Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on reopening places of worship in the state.
Koshyari recently wrote to Thackeray on reopening places of worship in the state and asked if the Shiv Sena president had "suddenly turned secular," triggering a war of words.
While talking to a TV channel, Raut thanked the Union Home Minister for his stand on the matter and said that Shah has spoken with responsibility and caution, in line with the Constitution of India. Raut also dismissed speculation that Shah was being soft on the Shiv Sena and denied a political connotation.

Sena welcomes Amit Shah's stand on letter row
Amit&nbsp;Shah: Guv&nbsp;could have chosen his words better
War of words following Maha&nbsp;Guv's&nbsp;letter to CM
Raut: Amit&nbsp;Shah spoke responsibly
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Shiv Sena&rsquo;s Sanjay Raut on Sunday welcomed Union Home Minister Amit Shahs remark that Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari could have chosen his words better while writing to Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on reopening places of worship in the state. Koshyari in his letter to Thackeray asked if the Shiv Sena president had "suddenly turned secular," triggering a war of words. While talking to a TV channel, Raut thanked the Union Home Minister for his stand on the matter and said that Shah has spoken with responsibility and caution, in line with the Constitution of India. Raut also dismissed speculation that Shah was being soft on the Shiv Sena and denied a political connotation.

Recall Guv Koshyari to preserve Raj Bhavan’s ‘prestige’: Sena to PM

Taking aim at Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari over his letter to Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray, the&nbsp;Shiv Sena&nbsp;said Koshyari should be recalled if Prime Minister&nbsp;Narendra Modi&nbsp;and Union Home Minister Amit Shah wish to preserve the 'prestige' of Raj Bhavan. In a stinging editorial in Saamana, Sena claimed that using the Governor&rsquo;s office to attack the state government has proved costly for the&nbsp;BJP&nbsp;in Maharashtra. In an official letter demanding the immediate reopening of places of worship, Koshyari had asked Uddhav&nbsp;if he has turned 'secular'.&nbsp;Thackeray responded saying he did not need his Hindutva credentials certified by Koshyari. The Saamana&nbsp;editorial said opening places of worship will lead to spike in Covid-19 infections in the state which has recorded most number of cases and deaths in India.
 The Saamana editorial justified the chief minister&rsquo;s response to Koshyari&rsquo;s letter. &ldquo;Even the gods must be ringing the temple bells in happiness,&rdquo; it said. &ldquo;If the sound of ringing bells has reached Modi and Shah, then they will recall the Governor to preserve the prestige of Raj Bhavan.&rdquo;
Editorial |&nbsp;Governor Koshyari needs to be reminded of document he committed to upholding when he took oath of office.
&nbsp;Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari&rsquo;s letter to CM Uddhav Thackeray. (ANI)Restaurants have opened with strict&nbsp;COVID-19&nbsp;safety protocol, but reopening temples will see crowding, it said. If the BJP wants temples to reopen, then there should be a national policy, it said. Several important temples in the country are closed, it added.

Taking aim at Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari over his letter to Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray, the&nbsp;Shiv Sena&nbsp;said Koshyari should be recalled if Prime Minister&nbsp;Narendra Modi&nbsp;and Union Home Minister Amit Shah wish to preserve the 'prestige' of Raj Bhavan. In a stinging editorial in Saamana, Sena claimed that using the Governor&rsquo;s office to attack the state government has proved costly for the&nbsp;BJP&nbsp;in Maharashtra. In an official letter demanding the immediate reopening of places of worship, Koshyari had asked Uddhav&nbsp;if he has turned 'secular'.&nbsp;Thackeray responded saying he did not need his Hindutva credentials certified by Koshyari. The Saamana&nbsp;editorial said opening places of worship will lead to spike in Covid-19 infections in the state which has recorded most number of cases and deaths in India.
 The Saamana editorial justified the chief minister&rsquo;s response to Koshyari&rsquo;s letter. &ldquo;Even the gods must be ringing the temple bells in happiness,&rdquo; it said. &ldquo;If the sound of ringing bells has reached Modi and Shah, then they will recall the Governor to preserve the prestige of Raj Bhavan.&rdquo;
Editorial |&nbsp;Governor Koshyari needs to be reminded of document he committed to upholding when he took oath of office.
&nbsp;Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari&rsquo;s letter to CM Uddhav Thackeray. (ANI)Restaurants have opened with strict&nbsp;COVID-19&nbsp;safety protocol, but reopening temples will see crowding, it said. If the BJP wants temples to reopen, then there should be a national policy, it said. Several important temples in the country are closed, it added.

While PM urges caution, Maharashtra BJP wants temples to re-open

On a day Prime Minister Narendra Modi&nbsp;specifically expressed concerns over the Covid-19 situation in Maharashtra, the BJP&nbsp;state unit held protests in parts of Maharashtra&nbsp;demanding re-opening of temples. The&nbsp; BJP&nbsp;argued that if the Shiv&nbsp;Sena-led govt can allow bars in the state to re-open it can also allow temples to re-open. The state BJP&nbsp;has been making this demand ever since Chief Minister Uddhav&nbsp;Thackeray decided to relax certain restrictions in Maharashtra.&nbsp;
Earlier in the day, PM Modi&nbsp;had said that the Covid-19 situation in Maharashtra&nbsp;is a little more worrying and had urged everyone not to be careless or complacent.&nbsp;

On a day Prime Minister Narendra Modi&nbsp;specifically expressed concerns over the Covid-19 situation in Maharashtra, the BJP&nbsp;state unit held protests in parts of Maharashtra&nbsp;demanding re-opening of temples. The&nbsp; BJP&nbsp;argued that if the Shiv&nbsp;Sena-led govt can allow bars in the state to re-open it can also allow temples to re-open. The state BJP&nbsp;has been making this demand ever since Chief Minister Uddhav&nbsp;Thackeray decided to relax certain restrictions in Maharashtra.&nbsp;
Earlier in the day, PM Modi&nbsp;had said that the Covid-19 situation in Maharashtra&nbsp;is a little more worrying and had urged everyone not to be careless or complacent.&nbsp;

Mumbai power outage: Uddhav takes stock, will probe crisis 

Maharashtra CM uddhav Thackeray has been keeping a close eye on power outage situation in Mumbai and has instructed the administration to make sure that hospitals run smoothly during this period.
Thackeray also spoke to the&nbsp;BMC commissioner and asked all&nbsp;helplines ro be on high alert. He directs officials to coordinate with railway authorities to help stranded passengers.
Meanwhile, Maharashtra&nbsp;Energy Minister Nitin&nbsp;Raut&nbsp;tweeted that after restoration of electricity, reasons behind the outage will be probed.
The BMC&nbsp;is&nbsp;closely monitoring the status at all private and government hospitals, to ensure that their services continue unhindered, even in the dearth of power supply. No untoward incident has been reported so far.

Mumbai&nbsp;power cut: CM takes stock of the situation&nbsp; Uddhav&nbsp;instructs admin&nbsp;to ensure hospitals run smoothly CM: keep helplines&nbsp;on high alert, help stranded commuters&nbsp; BMC&nbsp;closely monitoring, no untoward event reported so far

Maharashtra CM uddhav Thackeray has been keeping a close eye on power outage situation in Mumbai and has instructed the administration to make sure that hospitals run smoothly during this period.
Thackeray also spoke to the&nbsp;BMC commissioner and asked all&nbsp;helplines ro be on high alert. He directs officials to coordinate with railway authorities to help stranded passengers.
Meanwhile, Maharashtra&nbsp;Energy Minister Nitin&nbsp;Raut&nbsp;tweeted that after restoration of electricity, reasons behind the outage will be probed.
The BMC&nbsp;is&nbsp;closely monitoring the status at all private and government hospitals, to ensure that their services continue unhindered, even in the dearth of power supply. No untoward incident has been reported so far.

Metro shed at Aarey to be shifted, cases to be withdrawn

In a good news for green activists in the country, the Maharashtra&nbsp;govt has decided to shift the Metro car shed from the Aarey&nbsp;forests in the heart of the city. Watch this report.&nbsp;

Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday announced the relocation of the&nbsp;metro car shed project in Aarey, which has been at the centre of a storm since October last year. The chief minister also also said that cases against activists who protested against the felling of trees for the project had been withdrawn. Addressing the state through a webcast, Thackeray said the project would now be shifted to a government land in Kanjurmarg. (SOT)

Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday announced the relocation of the&nbsp;metro car shed project in Aarey, which has been at the centre of a storm since October last year, and also said that cases against activists who protested against the felling of trees for the project had been withdrawn.
Addressing the state through a webcast, Thackeray said the project would now be shifted to a government land in Kanjurmarg. &ldquo;The Aarey car shed will moved to Kanjurmarg. We have allotted government land for the car shed for Rs 0. We won&rsquo;t spend a single rupee for acquiring this land,&rdquo; he said.

Will fight every conspiracy to malign Maharashtra: Uddhav 

&nbsp;Facing flak from detractors on both political and coronavirus fronts, Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday said a conspiracy is afoot to malign Maharashtra

Facing flak from detractors on both political and coronavirus fronts, Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday said a conspiracy is afoot to malign Maharashtra. He said he will face whatever political storm that comes his way and will fight the pandemic too.&nbsp;said in a televised public address. He said he will will have to remove the mask of Chief Minister to respond to politics and remaining silent&nbsp;doesn't mean he don't have answers.&nbsp;Uddhav said the pandemic is showing no sign of a respite and the virus is spreading in rural Maharashtra as well.

PTI,&nbsp;Mumbai:&nbsp;Facing flak from detractors on both political and coronavirus fronts, Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday said a conspiracy is afoot to malign Maharashtra.
"Whatever political storms come, I will face... I will fight coronavirus too," Thackeray said in a televised public address.
A day after COVID-19 cases in Maharashtra crossed the 10-lakh mark, Thackeray said his government has done effective work to tackle the pandemic.
Speaking in the backdrop of political criticism over demolition of actress Kangana Ranaut's bungalow in Mumbai and the way his government handled the Sushant Singh Rajput death case, Thackeray assured people that he would fight the political crisis too.
"I will have to remove the mask of Chief Minister to respond topolitics. I don't speak doesn't mean I don't have answers," Thackeray said.
Speaking on the state government's "Mission Begin Again" campaign during the pandemic, Thackeray said his administration effectively tackled the COVID-19 situation, cyclones and floods andwill also deal withthe political stormwith people's support.
Thackeray said the pandemic is showing no sign of a respite and the virus is spreading in rural Maharashtra as well. "But the number of patients recovering is also more.
Facts and figures show that if detected early, all patients recover fast," he said.
Asking people not to take the pandemic lightly, he said wearing masks, observing physical distancing, avoiding crowding and face-to-face contact with people is the only option as of now.
"We have slowly started to open up under Mission Begin Again. Some people think they can indulge in politics as part of Mission Begin Again. There is a conspiracy to defame and malign Maharashtra," he said.
He said the state government also reached out to the affected people during Nisarga cyclone and the floods in east Vidarbha and provided relief.
"Over 29 lakh farmers have benefited through the farm loan waiver scheme and Rs 700 crore have been disbursed towards relief and rehabilitation of those affected by the Nisarga cyclone," he said, adding Rs 18 crore have been given as immediate relief for floods in Vidarbha.
Thackeray said his government was doing its best to deal with all challenges.
"We should share our responsibilities to make the "my family, my responsibility" campaign (against coronavirus) which begins on September 15 a success. This war can be won only with people's wholehearted support," he said.
It is not feasible for the government to undertake checkup of each and every one of the 12 crore populace of the state, he said.
The Supreme Court's interim stay on implementation of the Maratha quota was unexpected, Thackeray said.
The Maratha quota bill was unanimously passed by the state legislature and the legal team hired by the previous BJP-led state government was arguing in the apexcourt, he said.
Thackeray appealed to Maratha organisations to refrain from holding protests and demonstrations during the pandemic.
"The government is firmly with the cause of justice to Maratha community and is working on how to proceed ahead. I have spoken to Leader of Opposition Devendra Fadnavis who is in Bihar now and he has assured the BJP's complete support," he said.
A decision on extension of the lockdown would depend on how the people follow the pandemic protocols, he said.
"While using public transport, don't speak, avoid face-to-face contact," he said.
On criticism that he doesn't venture out, Thackeray said , "I have been using technology to reach out to all parts of the state to review the pandemic situation and issue directives."&nbsp;

Ex-Navy officer beaten for sharing Uddhav Thackeray cartoon 

Shiv Sena workers allegedly beat up a retired Navy officer for sharing a cartoon mocking Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray. Six accused have been arrested

ex-Navy officer beaten for sharing cartoon of Maha CM Udhav Thackeray

Shiv Sena workers allegedly beat up a retired Navy officer for sharing a cartoon mocking Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray. A video of the incident shows six goons barge inside a residential property, drag veteran&nbsp;Madan Sharma out by the collar and slap him in the face multiple times. Six people have been arrested in the case. They were however later released on bail.
The victim's&nbsp;daughter alleged that after the incident, police came to their house to take Sharma&nbsp;with them. Madan Sharma, speaking to ANI,&nbsp;said every individual has the freedom to express and&nbsp;Whatsapp is a medium to share information. ((Byte))

Shiv Sena workers allegedly beat up a retired Navy officer for sharing a cartoon mocking Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray. The video shows six goons barge inside a residential property, drag veteran&nbsp;Madan Sharma out by the collar and slap him in the face multiple times. The victim has filed an FIR in the matter at the Samta Nagar Police Station in Kandivali.&nbsp; Six people have been arrested in the case. They were however later released on bail.
The victim's&nbsp;daughter alleged that after the incident, police came to their house to take Sharma&nbsp;with them. Madan Sharma, speaking to ANI,&nbsp;said every individual has the freedom to express and&nbsp;Whatsapp is a medium to share information. He demanded&nbsp;that Govt should take measures to identify the source of a message.
BJP MLA&nbsp;Atul&nbsp;Bhatkalkar&nbsp;accused the chief minister of running a dictatorship in the state. Also reacting to the incident, former CM&nbsp;Devendra Fadnavis&nbsp;asked CM Thackeray to stop the 'gundaraj'.

'Dawood's man' calls up Maha CM's house twice, security scaled up

PTI,&nbsp;Mumbai:&nbsp;An unidentified man allegedly called up Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray's personal residence 'Matoshree' in Bandra here, saying that he was calling from Dubai on behalf of fugitive underworld don Dawood Ibrahim, a police official said on Sunday.
The caller rang up twice around 10.30 pm on Saturday, following which the police beefed up security at Thackeray's bungalow located in Kalanagar Colony, the official said.
"Someone called up on 'Matoshree' phone number two times on Saturday night and said Dawood Ibrahim wanted to talk to CM Uddhav Thackeray. However, the telephone operator did not transfer the call to the CM," the official said.
"The caller did not reveal his identity, but only said that he was calling from Dubai on behalf of Dawood Ibrahim.
Both the calls were received around 10.30 pm," he added.
The local police were later informed about the calls, following which extra security force was deployed outside the bungalow, the official said.
According to him, no case was registered in this connection.
Talking to PTI, a top police official said, "We are trying to verify whether the calls received were from Dubai or some other place. Investigation is on." Meanwhile, Maharashtra Transport Minister Anil Parab dismissed reports that the caller gave a threat to blow up the chief minister's residence.
"There was no threat to blow up 'Matoshree'," he said.
"Police have been informed about the calls and a probe is on," the Shiv Sena leader said.&nbsp;

An unidentified man allegedly called up Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray's personal residence 'Matoshree' in Bandra, saying that he was calling from Dubai on behalf of fugitive underworld don Dawood Ibrahim. Police said that someone&nbsp;called up on 'Matoshree' phone number two times on Saturday night and said Dawood wanted to talk to the CM but the telephone operator did not transfer. The caller rang up around 10.30 pm on Saturday, following which the police beefed up security at Thackeray's bungalow located in Kalanagar Colony. Police are probing where the call was made from.
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PTI,&nbsp;Mumbai:&nbsp;An unidentified man allegedly called up Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray's personal residence 'Matoshree' in Bandra here, saying that he was calling from Dubai on behalf of fugitive underworld don Dawood Ibrahim, a police official said on Sunday.
The caller rang up twice around 10.30 pm on Saturday, following which the police beefed up security at Thackeray's bungalow located in Kalanagar Colony, the official said.
"Someone called up on 'Matoshree' phone number two times on Saturday night and said Dawood Ibrahim wanted to talk to CM Uddhav Thackeray. However, the telephone operator did not transfer the call to the CM," the official said.
"The caller did not reveal his identity, but only said that he was calling from Dubai on behalf of Dawood Ibrahim.
Both the calls were received around 10.30 pm," he added.
The local police were later informed about the calls, following which extra security force was deployed outside the bungalow, the official said.
According to him, no case was registered in this connection.
Talking to PTI, a top police official said, "We are trying to verify whether the calls received were from Dubai or some other place. Investigation is on." Meanwhile, Maharashtra Transport Minister Anil Parab dismissed reports that the caller gave a threat to blow up the chief minister's residence.
"There was no threat to blow up 'Matoshree'," he said.
"Police have been informed about the calls and a probe is on," the Shiv Sena leader said.&nbsp;

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