Seven people have been detained in Gondia district for illegally hunting wild boars and selling their meat. Acting on secret information, the forest department conducted a coordinated operation in Deori and Amgaon areas, seizing meat and hunting equipment and exposing a serious wildlife crime network.
The Sakoli Centre Sports Festival kicked off with tremendous energy and enthusiasm at the Sakoli Sports Complex in Bhandara district on January 6, 2026. Organized by the Sakoli Centre, the three-day sports and cultural event saw students from various schools competing in team and individual games, engaging spectators with their spirited performances. Local dignitaries, teachers, parents, and community members attended the inaugural ceremony, extending best wishes and encouraging young athletes to strive for excellence. The event highlighted the community’s commitment to promoting physical fitness and cultural participation among children.
Schools across the state have been warned of strict action if daily mid-day meal information is not updated on the portal by 2 PM. Education authorities have emphasized transparency and accountability in the implementation of the nutrition scheme, with monitoring by officials and possible disciplinary action for non-compliance.
A remarkable example of dedication by government healthcare staff emerged from Arjuni-Mor taluka, where a woman safely delivered a baby girl inside an ambulance. The timely decision, professional skill, and calm response of health workers ensured both mother and newborn remained healthy, highlighting the effectiveness of rural public healthcare services.
A major case of manganese theft from Dongri Mines has come to light as police in Bhandara seized approximately 6500 kilograms of illegally stolen manganese. Acting on leads, police arrested multiple suspects for unlawfully extracting and storing manganese from restricted mining areas, and significant amounts of the mineral, along with vehicles and weighing equipment, were confiscated. Investigations are ongoing into this serious offense that undermines local mining integrity and regional resources.
Gondia’s farmers are facing a severe crisis as over Rs 419 crore in pending payments for paddy sales have remained unpaid for more than two months. This delay has put the Rabi season in trouble, forcing farmers to borrow from relatives and private lenders to cover basic needs. Despite selling paddy to government procurement centres, the much-needed funds have not arrived, creating economic strain and uncertainty ahead of the next sowing season. Questions also loom over the announcement of the annual bonus for growers.
Seven rural hospitals in Gadchiroli district are functioning without a single gynecologist, raising serious concerns about maternal healthcare. Pregnant women are being forced to travel long distances for treatment, highlighting systemic gaps in rural health services.
Interim bail hearing of Dr. Ravindrapal Singh in the farmer kidney sale case is scheduled today in the Chandrapur court. Dr. Singh, linked to a multi-state and international kidney trafficking investigation, will face crucial evidence presented by the police. Several co-accused have already been arrested, and police custody of victims and document verification are underway, raising expectations of more revelations in this high-profile human organ trafficking case.
Professor Chhaya Borakar from Arjuni-Morgaon, Gondia district, has been elected as the President of the 3rd All India National Women Buddhist Dhamma Conference. The prestigious conference will be held on January 18, 2026, at Jetvan Buddhist Bhoomi in Sujatpur, Degloor taluka, Nanded district. Her selection recognizes her remarkable contribution to social reform, Buddhist philosophy, women empowerment, and Marathi literature.
Amgaon Police busted an illegal murum mining operation near Navatalav hill area in Sitepar, seizing five tractors and a JCB worth ₹65 lakh. Six accused have been booked for illegal excavation and transportation without government permits.
