<p>Mumbai: In a significant step towards preserving <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/india/maharashtra">Maharashtra’s</a> forts, an integral part of its rich cultural heritage, the <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/tags/devendra-fadnavis">Devendra Fadnavis</a>-led Maha Yuti-NDA government will form district-level committees that will not only remove the existing encroachments on the forts but will also work towards preventing further illegal structures on these forts across the state.</p><p>Maharashtra is home to 47 centrally protected forts, under the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), and 62 state-protected forts, managed by the Directorate of Archaeology and Museums. </p><p>These forts are a vital part of the state's cultural legacy and require robust measures to ensure their conservation and preservation and prevent encroachments on these forts.</p><p>“Encroachments on both centrally and state protected forts and the unprotected forts are a matter of concern,” state Cultural Affairs Minister Ashish Shelar said. </p>.Bird flu confirmed as cause of death for crows in Latur; authorities take preventive measures.<p>"There are serious concerns about the structural integrity, historical significance, and law and order at these sites,” said Shelar. </p><p>The district-level committee will address these issues and uphold law and order at these historic sites. They will function under the Chairpersonship of the District Collector. The committee will comprise the Commissioner of Police, Zilla Parishad Chief Executive Officer, District Superintendent of Police, Municipal Commissioner, Chief Officers of Municipal Councils, Municipalities and Nagar Panchayats, Concerned Deputy Conservator of Forests, concerned Superintendent of Archaeology, Assistant Director of Archaeology, Regional Port Authority, Maharashtra Maritime Board and Resident Deputy Collector.</p><p>The mandate of the committee is vast. By January 31, 2025, the committee must review and prepare a detailed fort-wise list of encroachments and submit the same to the government.</p><p>From February 1, 2025, to May 31, 2025, the task of removing encroachments must be undertaken in a time-bound manner. Regular progress reports must be submitted to the government.</p><p>After the removal of encroachments, the committee must implement measures to ensure that no future encroachments take place on these forts. </p><p>To maintain accountability and transparency, the committee must hold monthly meetings to review progress and submit its report to the government.</p>
<p>Mumbai: In a significant step towards preserving <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/india/maharashtra">Maharashtra’s</a> forts, an integral part of its rich cultural heritage, the <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/tags/devendra-fadnavis">Devendra Fadnavis</a>-led Maha Yuti-NDA government will form district-level committees that will not only remove the existing encroachments on the forts but will also work towards preventing further illegal structures on these forts across the state.</p><p>Maharashtra is home to 47 centrally protected forts, under the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), and 62 state-protected forts, managed by the Directorate of Archaeology and Museums. </p><p>These forts are a vital part of the state's cultural legacy and require robust measures to ensure their conservation and preservation and prevent encroachments on these forts.</p><p>“Encroachments on both centrally and state protected forts and the unprotected forts are a matter of concern,” state Cultural Affairs Minister Ashish Shelar said. </p>.Bird flu confirmed as cause of death for crows in Latur; authorities take preventive measures.<p>"There are serious concerns about the structural integrity, historical significance, and law and order at these sites,” said Shelar. </p><p>The district-level committee will address these issues and uphold law and order at these historic sites. They will function under the Chairpersonship of the District Collector. The committee will comprise the Commissioner of Police, Zilla Parishad Chief Executive Officer, District Superintendent of Police, Municipal Commissioner, Chief Officers of Municipal Councils, Municipalities and Nagar Panchayats, Concerned Deputy Conservator of Forests, concerned Superintendent of Archaeology, Assistant Director of Archaeology, Regional Port Authority, Maharashtra Maritime Board and Resident Deputy Collector.</p><p>The mandate of the committee is vast. By January 31, 2025, the committee must review and prepare a detailed fort-wise list of encroachments and submit the same to the government.</p><p>From February 1, 2025, to May 31, 2025, the task of removing encroachments must be undertaken in a time-bound manner. Regular progress reports must be submitted to the government.</p><p>After the removal of encroachments, the committee must implement measures to ensure that no future encroachments take place on these forts. </p><p>To maintain accountability and transparency, the committee must hold monthly meetings to review progress and submit its report to the government.</p>