Round the clock patrolling on Samruddhi Expresway in Nashik Rural
Police announced the first breakthrough on Monday, arresting Kiran Gaikwad , described as the main conspirator among five to six men allegedly involved in the Aug 27 robbery near Sinnar. Nagpur: Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis announced a task force to step up commuter safety on Samruddhi Expressway ahead of the festive season, when commuter numbers on the highway see a big jump.
Responding to a question about the rising robbery incidents on Samruddhi Expressway, Fadnavis said the matter is being taken up on priority. I have told the DGP to form a special task force and take strict action,” the CM said. “I have taken this incident very seriously. Gaikwad was arrested from Shirur taluka in Beed district and is being questioned at Vaijapur police station. The case was registered at Nashik’s Wavi police station, and four to five other accused remain at large four days after the robbery.
You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Nagpur | Silver Rate in Nagpur | Bank Holidays in Nagpur | Public Holidays in Nagpur | Petrol Price in Nagpur | Diesel Price in Nagpur | CNG Price in Nagpur | LPG Price in Nagpur Stay updated with the latest Nagpur news.
Criminals are committing robberies in broad daylight,” he said. Congress MLA Vijay Wadettiwar criticised the govt over the delay in acting on highway safety, saying that despite spending thousands of crores on the expressway, it had failed to make it safe for families to travel. “There is no fear of law. Download the TOI App.
The highway authority has begun installing special CCTV cameras and plans additional checks along the route over the next few days.