On the third day of the Maharashtra Assembly’s Monsoon Session 2025, MLA and former Social Justice Minister Rajkumar Badole raised pressing concerns about pending payments and halted paddy procurement affecting farmers in Gondia and Bhandara districts. Urging immediate government action, he demanded the extension of procurement limits and swift settlement of dues to relieve farmers struggling in the crucial sowing season.
Congress leader Nana Patole was suspended for a day from the Maharashtra Assembly after he attempted to lift the Speaker’s mace in protest against BJP leader Babanrao Lonikar’s controversial remarks on farmers. Deputy CM Eknath Shinde hit back, saying Patole’s actions were a ploy to remain in the limelight, adding, “Bap to bap hota hai.”
A leopard cub, lost from the jungle, wandered onto the Wainganga River bridge in Bhandara late Friday night. Spotted by a motorist, the cub was seen running frantically under the headlights. The incident was captured on video and quickly went viral, sparking debate over whether it was a tiger or leopard cub. The incident raises serious concerns about the increasing man-animal conflict reaching the edge of villages.
Congress leader Nana Patole was suspended for a day from the Maharashtra Assembly’s monsoon session following an uproar over farmers’ issues. His aggressive stance led to chaos in the House, prompting Speaker Rahul Narwekar to take disciplinary action.
“If you donate ₹10 to a temple, consider giving at least ₹2 to your local Zilla Parishad school,” appealed Rajesh Chandak during his retirement felicitation at Morgaon Arjuni. His statement struck a chord with the crowd, highlighting the need for community involvement in rural education.
A public discussion is set to take place in Nagpur on June 29, 2025, centered on the controversial “Operation Sindhu” and its aftermath. Veteran leader and intellectual Adv. Prakash Ambedkar will lead the session, analyzing recent developments and outlining the possible political trajectory ahead. The event is organized by the Phule Ambedkar Intellectual Forum and is expected to draw attention from political thinkers and citizens alike.
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.
