Thane demolition drive: Chavan promises "sympathetic view"

Maharashtra Chief Minister Ashok Chavan today promised to take a "sympathetic view" of the ongoing demolition drive in Thane in which over five lakh illegal structures are to be brought down.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Ashok Chavan today promised to take a "sympathetic view" of the ongoing demolition drive in Thane in which over five lakh illegal structures are to be brought down.

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"The number of people getting displaced is huge. Therefore, we have to take a sympathetic view and try to find a way out. Also the court's order should be obeyed," Chavan said.

Thane residents have opposed the drive started by the state on a Bombay High Court directive. The issue also figured in the state cabinet where some ministers suggested taking a "sympathetic view".