Ganesh Naik Promises to get funds for city court building.

28 .02.09,

NAVI Mumbai as a city is developing at a fast peace, and the city’s population is growing tremendously. Taking this into consideration, I will take all efforts to make available the necessary funds for setting up a court building in the city,” said cess and Environment Minister and Thane District Guardian Minister Ganesh Naik.
Mr.Naik gave this assurance to a delegation of Navi Mumbai Advocate Bar Association led by its President H B Patil who met the minister recently with regard to the construction of the court building in the city.
Mr Naik further added that the state finance Ministry would be requested to fund the required amount for the court building construction as a special consideration.

Kin of 26/11 Martyrs honoured at vashi by Ganesh Naik

28.02.09,

Exactly three months after the 26/11 terror attacks on the city, martyr cop Vijay Salaskar’s widow made a strong, heartfelt appeal to politicians to get their act together so that there were no more 26/11 repeats in the country.

Smita Salaskar, the widow of encounter specialist Vijay Salaskar spoke at a function organized by the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation in Vashi to honour the families of 18 policemen and armymen killed in the terror attacks. They were given cheques of Rs 5 lakh each by Thane’s Guardian Minister Ganesh Naik. Salaskar’s wife stated that blasts and terror attacks have been happening consistently since 1993, but the police were still using outdated weapons to ensure their city’s and nation’s security, creating unfortunate “veer matas and veer patnis’’. Vineeta Kamte, widow of slain additional commissioner of police Ashok Kamte, was unable to make it to the venue. So Navi Mumbai police commissioner Ramrao Wagh accepted the cheque on her behalf. Many were seen crying silently as they remembered the martyrs at the function. The others who came to Vashi to accept the honour were Kavita Karkare, widow of Hemant Karkare, Mansi Shinde, Madhavi More, Vandana Ombale, widow of Tukaram Omble, who died in the Marine Drive encounter, Bhikaji Jadhav and others. Families of Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan, NSG commando Gajendra Singh, and of Kamte will be given the cheques at a later date

Devotees Spellbound at grand celebration of Mahashivratri at Bhavkaleshwar Temple a vision of Ganesh Naik

25.02.09,
On the 24th of January 2007, a temple on the hills of the city was embedded to add to the city’s divine grace. The Bhavkaleshwar temple, a vision of Thane Guardian Minister Ganesh Naik saw the celebration of Mahashivratri in a grand style. Devotees were spellbound at the magnificent structure and the celebrations.
The Bhavkaleshwar temple at Khairane evokes blessed feelings as one, steps into it. And there is more to the reason of building the temple in the midst of the quarries than what meets the eyes. Nearly 15 years ago the Naik family had found a stone in the shape of Lord Nandi and since then it was worshiped at the temple sight. However, after Guardian Minister Ganesh Naik’s wife saw a dream, the leader decided to build a temple here. The temple construction work which was on for a decade saw the personal involvement of GM Ganesh Naik. The temple is built on an area of nearly 2000 sq. ft. A diya bought from Madras is another highlight of the temple. The temple came alive during the Mahashivratri celebrations when devotees flocked to it in great numbers. The festival of Shivartri is celebrated in the honor of Lord Shiva on the thirteenth or fourteenth day during the month of February or March. Maha Shivratri means “the big night of Lord Shiva” and during the entire night devotees worship Lord Shiva. Hundreds of people stood in queue before the temple with flowers, leaves, coconuts to worship Lord Shiva. The devotees, spellbound with the magnificent structure, showed their gratitude towards Thane Guardian Minister Ganesh Naik who was present during the celebrations along with Former Mayor Sanjeev Naik.
Present amongst the devotees were many prominent names and dignitaries of Navi Mumbai which included NMMC Education Committee Chairman Ravi Iyer, NCP Nerul Block President Ashok Gawde, DCP R D Shinde and ACP Purushottum Karad. It is only on this great day that this temple witnesses a huge crowd and an elaborate day and night-long worship. The celebration was a grand one leaving the devotees spellbound.

Grand Celebrations at Bhavkaleshwar Temple in Navi Mumbai.

23.02.09,

Mahashivratri can easily be considered the most important day in the Hindu calendar. On the 14th day of the dark half of Magh the great night of Shiva is celebrated. This religious festival celebrates worship of 'Shiva the Creator, the Preserver and the Destroyer. This night marks the night when he danced the Tandav. On this day the devotees of Shiva observe fast during this day and stay up the whole night at the place of worship. Offerings consist of sandalwood, turmeric, bel leaves, flowers and raw milk. Shivaratri – literally means the night of Lord Shiva. Apart from all prayers it was the happiness in the city that derived true significance of the occasion. On the occasion of Mahashivratri, hundreds of devotees flocked at the Bhavkaleshwar temple in the city. After 40 years, the Mahashivratri fell on a Monday which is considered as an auspicious day, a day of Lord Shiv Shankar. The reason why there was a huge crowd of visitors. Surrounded by nature, amidst mountains and hills, the Bhavkaleshwar temple is an epitome of beauty and splendor. Many dignitaries graced the occasion.

In Vashi Om Namash Shivay Trust celebrated this occasion at the Shiv temple at sector 1A by way of prayers and offerings. Devotees expressed their feelings on the day. In sector 14, Vashi too celebrations was held in Saumeshwar Shiv temple. On the day, the kalash of temple was installed where Thane Gaurdian Minister Ganesh Naik was present. In Agroli village and CBD Belapur, the Shiv temples also saw similar celebrations. Present was MLC Manda Mhatre to seek the blessings of Lord Shiv Shankar. Several devotees had gathered on the occasion.

Marathi Natya Parishad felicitates well known Marathi Artists Cheif guest Ganesh Naik

24.02.09,
Prominent Marathi theatre artists were felicitated by Akhil Bhartiya Marathi Natya Parishad at Vishnudas Bhave auditorium. Excise and Environment Minister Ganesh Naik was present as the chief guest in this felicitation ceremony.
A felicitation ceremony was organized for Marathi theatre artists by the Akhil Bhartiya Marathi Parishad at the Vishnudas Bhave auditorium in Vashi. On this occasion, famous music director Padmashree Ashok Patki was awarded with the Dinanath Mangeshkar Memorial award. Prominent Marathi film and stage actor Girish Oak was rewarded with PL Deshpande memorial award. The Maher Chi Saadi fame and outstanding Marathi film actress Alka Kubal was awarded the Bhakti Barve Inamdar award. Besides these, other Marathi actors such as Shrinivas Manage, Varsha Kambli and others were felicitated for their contribution towards Marathi theatre.
These actors were felicitated with cash prizes, memorials and shawls. Present as the chief guest was Excise and Environment Minister Ganesh Naik. Many child artists were also felicitated for acting in short plays. Many artists presented dance performances with child artists performing on Bollywood numbers.