Save Amrai Mission Launched to Clean Forest Patch Near Sonegaon Residents of Pratap Nagar and Sonegaon initiated a citizen-led campaign called “Save Amrai” to restore a neglected forested area near Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport. The effort began with a cleanup drive on Sunday, where around 20 volunteers, including senior citizens and youths, gathered near the Hanuman Temple opposite a historic Bhonsle-era well. They collected nearly 10 sacks of waste, including liquor bottles, plastic wrappers, food packaging material, and other garbage. The area, once known for its old mango grove and a nearly 300-year-old well, had become a dumping ground for waste and a hub for open liquor consumption and parties, according to local residents. Despite repeated complaints to civic authorities, little action had been taken to address the issue. The cleanup drive marked a significant step toward reclaiming the area’s ecological and cultural value. The group’s long-term plans include organizing weekly cleanup efforts every Sunday morning, planting multiple species of mango trees to revive the grove, and collaborating with the Nagpur Municipal Corporation’s solid waste management department for proper garbage disposal. Members emphasized that the initiative seeks to not only improve cleanliness but also to restore the area’s heritage and greenery. The campaign has drawn attention from local civic officials, with NMC standing committee chairperson Shivani Dani recently inspecting the site. Restoration and cleaning of the historic well are expected to proceed after approval from the Heritage Committee. The project highlights the growing role of community-driven efforts in preserving urban green spaces and historical landmarks.#hanuman_temple #nagpur_municipal_corporation #shivani_dani #dr_babasaheb_ambedkar_international_airport #save_amrai
BJP Corporators Push for NIT Trustee Post Amid Civic Body Disputes Senior BJP corporators in Nagpur, who did not secure prominent roles in the municipal corporation, are actively seeking a position as a trustee in the Nagpur Improvement Trust (NIT) under the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) quota. The issue is expected to be addressed at an upcoming BJP core committee meeting, with the final decision likely made during the session. According to sources, the name of the trustee will be finalized in the meeting. Under the NIT Act of 1936, one member from the NMC is appointed as a trustee under Sections 4(1)(d) and 4(5). Corporators from South-West, South, and East Nagpur have already secured significant representation in the NMC through roles such as mayor, deputy mayor, and committee memberships. However, corporators from North and Central Nagpur claim they have been overlooked, prompting them to push for the NIT trustee post. North Nagpur, which has a substantial number of NIT layouts, is seen as a strong contender for the position. Current NIT trustee Krushna Khopde, an MLA from East Nagpur, is already holding the role. Sources indicate that the chances of corporators from East or South Nagpur being appointed are low, citing past appointments and political dynamics. Similarly, the likelihood of a candidate from West Nagpur is diminished due to Maya Ivnate’s recent Rajya Sabha nomination. The frontrunners for the NIT trustee post include Mahendra Dhanvijay from North Nagpur, Vikram Gwalbansi from West Nagpur, Vijay Zalke from South Nagpur, and Jitendra Kukde from East Nagpur. Additionally, Ramesh Bhandari, a first-time corporator from South-West Nagpur, is also considered a potential candidate.#bjp_core_committee #nagpur_municipal_corporation #nagpur_improvement_trust #krushna_khopde #shivani_dani
