Mumbai BJP chief Ashish Shelar targets Aaditya Thackeray over Mahul air pollution

Mumbai BJP chief Ashish Shelar targets Aaditya Thackeray over Mahul air pollution

Ashish Shelar said the issue of chemical emissions and air pollution in Mahul and its surrounding areas has been in discussion for the last several years.

FPJ News ServiceUpdated: Monday, March 13, 2023, 10:49 PM IST
article-image

Targeting former Environment Minister Aaditya Thackeray for “rising pollution” in the Mahul area of Chembur, MLA Ashish Shelar alleged that the Uddhav Sena scion didn't take “appropriate action in this regard” during his stint as the minister. Mumbai BJP chief made the statement on Monday while speaking during the question hour in the legislative assembly.

Averring that the erstwhile Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) government ignored the report against the two companies responsible for pollution, Shelar said the issue of chemical emissions and air pollution in Mahul and its surrounding areas has been in discussion for the last several years.

Owing to the poor air quality, local residents are suffering from respiratory disorders and even the Bombay High Court had taken serious cognisance of the matter and given directions from time to time, he added.

'Environment Minister didn't take appropriate action'

“The National Green Tribunal had held Aegis Logistics Ltd and Sealord Containers Ltd responsible (for the air pollution in Mahul). They were fined Rs10,000 crore. However, the then Environment Minister (Aaditya Thackeray) had not taken appropriate action in this regard,” said Shelar.

Replying to the allegation, Aaditya said that MVA had held talks with both the companies. “There are four companies, including two of the Union Government and two private firms. We had even shifted Mahul residents to other locations and held meetings with the two private companies to discuss air pollution control measures,” he underscored.

RECENT STORIES

Maharashtra Minister Sanjay Shirsat Seen Smoking With Bag Full Of Cash Next To Him; Shocking Video...

Maharashtra Minister Sanjay Shirsat Seen Smoking With Bag Full Of Cash Next To Him; Shocking Video...

Mumbai: 'App-Based Buses, Taxis, Bike Services Must Comply With Law Or Be Penalised,' Says Transport...

Mumbai: 'App-Based Buses, Taxis, Bike Services Must Comply With Law Or Be Penalised,' Says Transport...

Sanjay Gaikwad In Legal Trouble! Mumbai Police Initiates Action Against Sena MLA For Assaulting...

Sanjay Gaikwad In Legal Trouble! Mumbai Police Initiates Action Against Sena MLA For Assaulting...

Mumbai Accident: 6 Injured, Including Driver & Conductor, After Speeding BEST Bus Collides With...

Mumbai Accident: 6 Injured, Including Driver & Conductor, After Speeding BEST Bus Collides With...

Raigad District To Host Job Fair, CM Youth Internship Drive On July 15 In New Panvel

Raigad District To Host Job Fair, CM Youth Internship Drive On July 15 In New Panvel