Jaideep Apte, a 39-year-old sculptor who studied at JJ School of Arts, found himself entangled in a complex situation when the statue he crafted faced a tragic fate. Despite lacking experience in creating monumental sculptures, Jaideep was linked to the construction of the colossal Shivaji statue. Questions arose regarding the quality and safety of the statue’s fabrication process.

The plot thickened as Jaideep attempted to evade authorities, triggering a widespread search operation by the police. His apprehension at his residence in Kalyan, Thane, marked a dramatic turn of events. Notably, Jaideep’s wife played a pivotal role in aiding law enforcement, leading to his arrest. The sequence of events surrounding Jaideep’s capture unveiled a narrative rife with intrigue and suspicion.

The collapse of the Chhatrapati Shivaji statue, merely months after its grand unveiling by Prime Minister Modi, sparked allegations of corruption and mismanagement. Opposition voices raised concerns over discrepancies in the allocation and expenditure of funds for the statue’s construction, fueling a political firestorm in the region. The statue’s downfall unveiled a broader narrative of accountability and transparency in public projects.

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During his address to the audience, Modi conveyed his apologies to Chhatrapati Shivaji and all those affected by the statue’s collapse at Rajkot Fort. He acknowledged, “The moment I arrived here, my first act was to apologize to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj for the unfortunate incident involving his statue. To me and my colleagues, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is not just a king but a figure of utmost reverence and worship. We offer our apologies to all those who hold Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in high regard as their revered deity.”

Furthermore, Prime Minister Narendra Modi remotely inaugurated the Juvvaladinne Fishing Harbour in Nellore district from Palghar, Maharashtra, on Friday. In a significant development for Andhra Pradesh, he also laid the foundation stone for the 387 crore Pudimadaka fishing harbour initiative. This milestone project is set to bolster the coastal fishing sector and provide substantial support to the local fishing community in Andhra Pradesh. As part of a broader initiative by the central government, a total of 217 projects have been simultaneously launched across 13 states, with an allotted fund of 1,200 crore.

Constructed at a cost of 200.0 crore across a 76.89 acre area in Bogole mandal, the Juvvaladinne Fishing Harbour is a collaborative effort between the central and state governments. The project’s funding is sourced from various channels, including 59.14 crore from the Central Fisheries Department’s Blue Revolution scheme, an equal amount from the Shipping ministry’s Sagarmala scheme, and 150.51 crore from AP’s state budget. Nellore district, with a 110km coastline, is home to 92 fishing villages accommodating a fishing community of 69,582 individuals, including 12,504 marine fishermen. The district’s fishing sector ranks second in the primary sector with a turnover of 6,864 crore. The newly constructed harbour has the capacity to house 1,250 boats, comprising 1,000 mechanized vessels and 250 large wooden boats, with an expected annual fish harvesting capacity of 41,250 tonnes.

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He set a target of establishing a minimum of 100 industrial parks in the state, each spanning 100 acres. Comparing to Maharashtra, which leads in the number of industrial parks, Naidu pointed out that Andhra Pradesh currently has only 53 such parks and called for a comprehensive study on expanding them.

During a presentation, officials outlined the characteristics of existing industrial parks and highlighted the upcoming port locations. Naidu stressed the importance of supporting industrialists interested in establishing units in Andhra Pradesh.

He instructed officials to revitalize the neglected Malavalli Industrial Park in Vijayawada and develop a strategy for integrated ports through Public Private Partnership (PPP). The meeting was attended by Industries Minister T.G. Bharat, MSME and SERP Minister Kondapalli Srinivas, and other senior officials.

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