Maharashtra Halts Controversial Parking Project at Deekshabhoomi
Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis has stayed the underground parking project at Deekshabhoomi in Nagpur following protests from Dr. Ambedkar's followers. Concerns about potential structural damage to the monument led to this decision. A meeting of stakeholders will decide the project's future direction.
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Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced the halt of the controversial underground parking project at Deekshabhoomi monument in Nagpur. The decision follows protests by hundreds of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar's followers, who fear that ongoing construction may damage the revered structure.
Addressing the legislative assembly, Fadnavis stated, ''The decision to pause the underground parking initiative was made out of respect for local sentiments. Further discussions with all stakeholders will be arranged to reach a consensus.''
The project, initially allocated Rs 200 crore and prepared with input from the Deekshabhoomi Memorial Trust, now faces an uncertain future pending these discussions. Nagpur Police Commissioner Ravindra Singhal assured that the site remains under control amid the protests.
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