Bawankule asks Patole to reveal minister names linked to Kharat case; discusses Land Titling Act

Patole had alleged that four Maharashtra cabinet ministers were connected to the Kharat case and claimed he would soon share the names with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.

Bawankule referenced ongoing controversies, including the Nida Khan case and a recent incident involving NCP spokesperson Vikas Lawande, stating the government would allow the legal process to proceed independently and fairly while acknowledging citizens' emotions.

Bawankule addressed complaints about server issues and delays at Setu citizen service centres. He said discussions with the IT department and senior officials had taken place and that deadlines could be extended where necessary to reduce public hardship due to system failures.

Bawankule described the government’s proposed Land Titling Act, intended to provide guaranteed title to landholders and strengthen ownership. He said the legal framework would be finalized by July and that the reform is expected to attract investment by boosting confidence in Maharashtra's property market.

A special ceremony was held on Bharati Vidyapeeth's 62nd foundation day. Bawankule inaugurated the extended building of Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Fine Arts, while state school education minister Dada Bhuse released the anniversary issue of Vichar Bharati, the institution's official publication.

Maharashtra revenue minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule publicly challenged Congress leader Nana Patole to disclose the names of four cabinet ministers he alleged were connected to the Ashok Kharat case. He argued that such serious accusations should not be used for political mileage and urged Patole to reveal the names, potentially publicly. He also commented on Rupali Chakankar's interrogation, noting that the police would disclose related information in due course and that Kharat is safe in police custody.