A special government outreach camp will be held on June 27, 2025, at the Government Ashram School in Majitpur from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, offering benefits from various government schemes to tribal and other community members. Those who previously received benefits but are currently facing issues can also resolve them by attending this camp.
To honor the legacy of social justice and equality, the Maharashtra Andhashraddha Nirmoolan Samiti (MANS), Bhandara district branch, celebrated the birth anniversary of Shahu Maharaj. The event emphasized his contributions to rational thought and social reform, with key figures from the MANS actively participating.
The Maharashtra government has finally granted constitutional status to the Scheduled Castes Commission, a long-standing demand. Former Social Justice Minister and MLA Rajkumar Badole, who consistently pursued this issue since 2015, played a key role in bringing it to fruition. The move, led by CM Devendra Fadnavis, empowers the commission with greater authority to investigate injustice and promote the socio-economic and educational rights of the Dalit community.
Shripatji Bante, a respected community leader and founder of Bawane Kunbi Samaj in Bhandara, passed away at the age of 83. A celebrated sportsman, organizer, and teacher, his legacy lives on in the hearts of many. His funeral will take place today at 4 PM from his residence to Vainganga Ghat, Bhandara.
Maharashtra is facing a major monsoon deficit between June 1–23, 2025, especially in Marathwada and Vidarbha. Key districts like Gadchiroli, Hingoli, and Nagpur have received 60–86% less rainfall than normal, raising alarm for kharif sowing. Western coastal districts like Raigad and Ratnagiri, however, show surplus rain. If rains don’t improve soon, a severe water crisis and crop failure may follow.
Despite the arrival of Mrig Nakshatra, expected rains failed across Vidarbha, disrupting kharif sowing and leaving farmers anxious. Traditional signs like the fox’s cry brought hope, but no rain. As Ardra Nakshatra begins with only light showers, relief from heat has come — but not for farming. The fate of the season now rests on whether Ardra delivers timely, sufficient rains.
The School Admission Festival 2025-26 was celebrated with enthusiasm at Zilla Parishad Primary School in Davva, Sadak Arjuni. New students were warmly welcomed and gifted school supplies. The local MLA interacted with students and teachers, emphasizing the importance of discipline and continuous effort in school life.
Sharad Bokade, a well-known and respected resident of Panchsilwada in Sakoli, passed away suddenly at the age of 49. His untimely demise has shocked the local community, leaving behind his wife and a young daughter.
Controversy over Maharashtra’s implementation of the three-language formula has intensified, with strong opposition to making Hindi compulsory from Class 1. Though the state government recently softened the language by replacing “mandatory” with “generally,” experts argue the policy still effectively enforces Hindi. What does the National Education Policy 2020 actually state? Why did Maharashtra impose Hindi at all?
BSNL services in Nawegaonbandh have been completely down for the past two days, leaving residents disconnected from calls and internet. Daily life and official work have been severely affected, while locals demand immediate action from BSNL officials.
