Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray has asked the Centre to step in and stop proposed mining projects in the Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve corridor in Maharashtra’s Chandrapur district, warning these projects will "inflict unchecked ecological damage". ADVERTISEMENT“These projects are detrimental to both the forests they are located in as well as the wildlife that inhabits these forests,” Thackeray said, arguing that the approvals overlook long-term ecological costs. Questioning the economic rationale behind the projects, Thackeray said the gains did not justify the damage. Appealing directly to the Union environment minister, the former Maharashtra environment minister urged a review at the national level. I humbly urge you to reconsider and reject these projects at the National Board for Wildlife,” Thackeray said.

Source: The Telegraph January 23, 2026 08:12 UTC