roti village daund taluka district pune

Controversial Tonsuring Ritual in Roti Village Under Scrutiny

State Women’s Commission Directs Stringent Action Against Inhumane Practice Pune : The historic village of Roti in Daund Taluka, situated along the Jagadguru Sant Tukaram Maharaj Palkhi Highway, has come under intense legal scrutiny due to a centuries-old ritual. At the local Shri Rotmalnath Temple, a traditional practice known as ‘Javal’ dictates that if a…

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Adulterated ‘Bhandara’ Crisis Threatens Safety and Sanctity of Jejuri

Pune : The long-standing issue of adulterated Bhandara in Jejuri has reached a critical boiling point. Following a dangerous incident at the historic main entrance of the fort, the Food and Drug Administration has finally been forced into action. On Monday night, a specialized team including Food Safety Officers Kranti Baravkar, Razia Sheikh, Laxmikant Sable,…

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A heavy sand-laden tempo sits amidst the ruins of the Rajgad bridge. Years of administrative apathy and the recent passage of a heavy vehicle led to the total collapse of this vital 40-year-old link, cutting off several villages.

40-Year-Old Bridge Collapses in Rajgad Taluka; Connectivity Cut for Over 40 Villages

Narrow Escape for Driver; Massive Disruption for Commuters Pune :  A combination of administrative apathy and the recklessness of heavy vehicle drivers led to the collapse of a 40-year-old iron bridge on the Surwad-Kodwadi road in Rajgad taluka on Saturday evening. The aging structure, which was already in a dilapidated state, gave way under the…

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