Hey there, folks! Here’s a quick rundown of the latest news regarding the Vetal Tekdi Bachav Kruti Samiti (VTBKS) and the Balbharti-Paud Phata road project:

1. VTBKS is expressing gratitude to Nagrik Chetna Manch (NCM) for their efforts in fighting a legal battle for tekdi. NCM filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in 2022, and the case was recently concluded by the High Court. The case focused on questioning the legality of the Tender for DPR and the due process under a 2006 HC order.

2. The Balbharti-Paud Phata road project has been included in the city’s Development Plan (DP) as an alternative route connecting Kothrud and Senapati Bapat Road. With a budget of ₹252.13 crore, PMC has already started work on the project to reduce traffic congestion. However, environmental activists have raised concerns about ecological damage.

3. Despite opposition from environmental activists, the High Court dismissed the petition filed by Nagrik Chetna Manch, stating that PMC followed due process and that there can be no interference in its administrative decisions. This ruling has cleared the way for the project to proceed.

4. Committee member Prajkta Panshikar mentioned that environmentalists are still pushing for PMC to prove that the project serves the public interest. They plan to review the legal aspects carefully before deciding on the next steps.

That’s a wrap for now. Stay tuned for more updates on this ongoing issue!

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