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maharashtra government will inspect Mumbai's gymkhanas on state land for lease compliance. This follows a directive for Delhi Gymkhana to vacate. Several prominent Mumbai clubs, including Bombay Gymkhana, face lease expiry issues and land disputes, prompting scrutiny of their operations and rent policies.

In a significant move, the Maharashtra cabinet has greenlit the transfer of approximately 4.3 acres of industrial land in Dombivli to the Pimpleshwar Devasthan Temple Trust for a nominal fee. This decision, which adheres to encroachment regulations, seeks to support the future development and preservation of the historic 150-year-old temple complex, housing a gaushala and a Vedic school.

Maharashtra is establishing six Destination Management Organisations to boost its global tourism competitiveness. This initiative, part of the World Bank-funded MahaSTRIDE program, aims to professionally manage and sustain the state's diverse tourism potential, from heritage to wildlife. The focus is on creating experience-driven ecosystems that benefit local communities and enhance visitor experiences, marking a significant step in coordinated tourism development.

Ulhasnagar commuters will soon benefit from 30 new electric buses, expected by October, enhancing connectivity to Thane, Navi Mumbai, and other neighbouring towns. Discussions also secured Rs 100 crore for concrete roads and addressed critical administrative appointments and water supply improvements for the city. These developments promise significant civic and infrastructure upgrades.

Maharashtra faces a political storm as the NCP (Sharad Pawar faction) accuses the state government of pushing nearly three lakh small contractors into financial distress due to mounting public debt exceeding Rs 10 lakh crore and alleged payment delays. The opposition claims contractors are struggling to survive, prompting them to seek Union Finance Minister's intervention.