Bhujbal for strict adherence to guidelines on airport funnel zone
Nashik: State food and civil supplies minister
Chhagan Bhujbal
advised strict adherence to "airport funnel" regulations near the Nashik airport. A meeting was held with senior officials, including divisional commissioner Praveen Gedam, collector Jalaj Sharma, police commissioner Sandeep Karnik, NMC commissioner Manisha Khatri, and superintendent of police Balasaheb Patil.
"Yesterday (on Saturday), the officials discussed various things with me. While the Nashik International Airport is now getting an additional runway, which is likely to be in place before the Kumbh Mela, there is also a need to ensure the development around the airport is within the norms prescribed. I suggested that the collector, the air traffic control officers, and others concerned should visit the areas around and ensure nothing affects the airport funnel zone," Bhujbal told TOI.
In discussions with the police commissioner, Bhujbal emphasised clearing roads and junctions of encroachments and unauthorised parking. "After the meeting, police started taking action against the illegal parking and other things at Dwarka junction. The same activity should be carried out at other junctions and places. It is high time that the police acted against such elements, only adding to the stress of the common man," said Bhujbal.
He additionally highlighted the importance of maintaining clear roads during festivals. "During Ganeshotsav and other festivals, police have to ensure there is no obstruction on the roads at all," he said.
Regarding the NMC commissioner meeting, Bhujbal said, "The primary objective of the local self-governing body is to maintain cleanliness. I suggested the NMC ensure absolute cleanliness in the city, and the corporation may approach us and govt for whatever help it requires."
The NMC has begun an anti-encroachment initiative across the city.
Speaking in Nashik and Yeola, Bhujbal denied seeking the guardian minister position. "I am not in the race. Some may believe that my actions were intended for the same. I want Nashik to be a better place, and I will be taking steps in that direction every time, irrespective of who I am," Bhujbal said.
On Raj and Uddhav Thackeray's potential alliance, Bhujbal considered it "wishful thinking". Responding to former MP Imtiaz Jaleel's remarks about Balasaheb Thackeray introducing caste politics in Maharashtra, Bhujbal questioned Jaleel's understanding. "We were groomed by Balasaheb Thackeray and are witnesses to his politics, where he transcended beyond casteism. Bhujbal, Anant Gite, Suresh Prabhu, and many more such wouldn't have the political status they have today.
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