Fadnavis Govt Reconstitutes Balasaheb Thackeray Memorial Trust; Uddhav Thackeray Returns as Chairman Aaditya as Trustee

The Maharashtra Government has reconstituted the Balasaheb Thackeray National Memorial Trust, appointing Uddhav Thackeray as Chairman and several political leaders and officials as trustees. The move follows the expiry of the previous term and ensures continuity for the memorial’s development.

🏠 Affordable Housing Gets a Boost as Maharashtra Tweaks Sand Policy; Shorter Leases Aim to Curb Over-Extraction

Maharashtra has revised its sand extraction policy to balance affordable housing goals with environmental safeguards. By shortening lease periods and overhauling pricing, the government aims to curb over-extraction, stabilize sand supply, and keep construction costs in check for PMAY and housing projects.