- Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar visited Wagholi to meet the families of victims involved in a tragic accident where a dumper truck crushed eight people sleeping on the footpath.
- The victims were part of a group of 50-60 individuals who had migrated from Amravati to Pune in search of employment opportunities.
- Families voiced frustration over unemployment in Amravati and Vidarbha and urged the government to create local job opportunities to prevent such migrations.
- Pawar announced financial aid of ₹5 lakh for the families of each deceased victim and assured free medical treatment for the injured victims.
- Members of the Pardhi community, particularly women, raised concerns about not receiving benefits under the “Ladki Bahan Yojna.”
- Pawar promised to address the issue by coordinating with government officials and the district collector to ensure beneficiaries receive support.
- Pawar emphasized the need to address the lack of local employment opportunities in Vidarbha to prevent unfortunate migrations.
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