Maharashtra government withdraws cases registered against Aarey protesters

The Maharashtra government decides to withdraw cases registered against people who were protesting against the proposed metro car shed in Aarey.

In a tweet from the Chief Minister's office said stated that the Thackeray government has directed the state home department to begin the process of withdrawing the cases as soon as possible.

The request for withdrawal of cases was made in front of the entire cabinet in the meeting. It was supported by the state Environment Minister Aaditya Thackeray, and deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and other ministers.

CM Thackeray also said the proposed car shed will now be shifted from Aarey to Kanjur Marg and the building which has come up in Aarey forest will be utilised for some public purpose.

Earlier the Thackeray government declared 600 acres of Aarey land as forest but now it has been revised to 800 acres. CM also assured that will be no infringement on rights of tribals in the Aarey forest.