Amidst political crisis, section 144 imposed in Thane

Mumbai, June 25: Amidst the ongoing political instability in Maharashtra, Thane District Administration has imposed Sec 144 CrPC in the district and issued an order banning any kind of political procession till June 30. Thane is the stronghold of rebel leader Eknath Shinde.

 

Shinde has been camping with several Maharashtra MLAs in Assam. "Carrying sticks, or any kind of arms, burning posters, burning effigy are banned," according to the order issued by Thane District Collector and District Magistrate. "Shouting slogans or playing songs on speaker are not allowed too."

 

 

“In order to maintain law and order situation in Thane, the District Collector and District Magistrate, Thane, issues prohibition order of 24 hours till June 30th," the order reads. When contacted Thane Police commissioner, Jayjit Singh confirmed about Sec 144 CrPC being in place.

 

The Pune Police too, have issued a similar alert asking all Police Stations to ensure security at offices related to Shiv Sena leaders in the city.

 

The Shiv Sena workers on Saturday, vandalised an office of rebel Shiv Sena MLA Tanaji Sawant, who is currently in Guwahati as part of the Eknath Shinde camp.