Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane Denies Reports Of 20 Floating Hoardings Off Coast, Says Only Four Structures Involved
Maharashtra minister Nitesh Rane dismissed reports claiming 20 floating hoardings were planned off Mumbai's coast, clarifying that only four structures were involved, including two existing and two proposed installations. His statement followed Aaditya Thackeray's objections over environmental and aesthetic concerns.
Fisheries and Ports Development Minister Nitesh Rane | File Pic
Mumbai: Fisheries and Ports Development Minister Nitesh Rane on Friday dismissed media reports claiming that 20 floating hoardings would be installed off the Mumbai coast, terming them false and misleading. He clarified that only four hoardings were involved, including two existing structures near the Bandra-Worli Sea Link and two newly proposed installations.
Minister Cites Misinterpretation Of Maharashtra Maritime Board Tender
In a post on X, Rane said there had been considerable misunderstanding and misinterpretation of a tender floated by the Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB), which functions under his department.
"As the Minister for Ports and Chairman of MMB, I would like to put these facts on record. I am also a proud Mumbaikar, and would never support any initiative that compromises Mumbai's marine environment or obstructs its beautiful waterfront views," he said.
Aaditya Thackeray Seeks CM Fadnavis's Intervention Over Floating Hoardings
The clarification comes a day after Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray wrote to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, seeking his intervention against the proposed floating hoardings in Mumbai's coastal waters.
Thackeray had described the decision to permit the installations as highly irresponsible and warned that they would adversely affect the city's aesthetics and waterfront views.
Responding to the concerns, Rane said the government was open to engaging with anyone seeking clarification and would share all relevant information transparently.
He also urged political leaders not to unnecessarily politicise the issue, asserting that the Devendra Fadnavis-led government was committed to balancing environmental responsibility with development.
"Environmental responsibility and progressive development must go hand in hand," Rane said.
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