Sanjay Gandhi National Park Erupts: Protests, Vandalism, Stone-Pelting Against Forest Guard Anita Patil – Unpacking the Incident
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Sanjay Gandhi Park Turmoil: Tribals, Residents Protest Forest Conservator Anita Patil; Demand CM Intervention
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News18•10-03-2026, 08:27
Sanjay Gandhi Park Turmoil: Tribals, Residents Protest Forest Conservator Anita Patil; Demand CM Intervention
•Local tribals and Abhinav Nagar residents protest against Forest Conservator Anita Patil's 'arbitrary' administration in Sanjay Gandhi National Park.
•Allegations include demolition of tribal homes despite valid documents, leading to prior stone-pelting incidents.
•Residents claim 2250 sq. ft. of unauthorized construction occurred in Abhinav Nagar under Patil's orders.
•Restrictions on local vehicles providing tourist services threaten livelihoods, pushing many families towards starvation.
•Park employees are also reportedly troubled by Patil's methods, with some resigning; protestors demand immediate intervention from CM Devendra Fadnavis.
