In a significant development, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar announced plans to extend the operating hours of the Pune Metro until midnight during the upcoming Ganeshotsav festival. The decision aims to cater to the large influx of devotees expected to gather in the city for the revered celebration.
Strategic Preparations Unveiled at Ganesha Festival Meeting
Preparations for the highly anticipated Ganesha Festival have been set into motion with a high-profile gathering of public officials at the Shivajinagar Police Headquarters auditorium. During the meeting, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar engaged with board officials who presented their suggestions. Notable attendees included Guardian Minister Chandrakant Patil, Police Commissioner Ritesh Kumar, Joint Police Commissioner Sandeep Karnik, and several other senior officials.
Tradition and Crowd Management: A Delicate Balance
Pune's celebrated Ganeshotsav, steeped in cultural heritage, is known to draw massive crowds of devotees from various regions. In light of this, authorities have been actively preparing comprehensive crowd management strategies. Recognizing the need to accommodate the surge in attendees, a proposal to extend metro services until midnight during the festival has been put forth. Discussions with metro officials are currently underway to iron out the logistical details of this extension.
Streamlining Immersion Process Post-Festivities
Efforts to streamline the immersion process after the Ganeshotsav festivities have garnered attention. A notable inclusion in the early immersion procession is Shrimant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganapati Mandal. Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar welcomed this initiative and assured the boards of unwavering administrative support in their endeavors.
Equitable Treatment of Ganesh Mandals and Farmer Concerns
During the meeting, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar highlighted the importance of equitable treatment for Ganesh Mandals beyond the five revered ones. He underscored the necessity for the police and administration to extend the same level of support to all Mandals, mirroring the approach taken with Manache Ganpati. Additionally, Pawar voiced his concerns about the anxiety prevailing among farmers due to inadequate rainfall. These worries are compounded by the Meteorological Department's predictions of increased rain in the forthcoming month, adding urgency to the need for supportive measures.
Weekly Pune Meetings
Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar emphasized the pioneering approach of his weekly meetings held in Pune. He expressed his belief that the impact of these meetings will resonate throughout the week, setting them apart from the monthly meetings convened by some. Furthermore, he conveyed his readiness to collaborate with various stakeholders, including Shinde-Fadnavis.
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