Maharashtra Politics & Governance

Bombay High Court orders removal of AI content using Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s identity

1 October 2026

The Bombay High Court directed 18 respondents, including Meta, Google, Amazon and AI platforms, to remove objectionable material made using actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s name, images or voice without her permission. The court observed that the material prima facie infringed her personality, publicity and moral rights.

Key Facts

• The court connected protection of personality and publicity rights with constitutional freedoms and the rights to life, privacy and human dignity.

Maharashtra makes Aadhaar mandatory for property-document registration

1 October 2026

Maharashtra made Aadhaar identification mandatory for property-document registration from 1 October, following publication of the rule in the state gazette. Applicants without Aadhaar may submit proof of enrolment, other government identification and documents establishing their relationship to the relevant party; registration proceeds after verification.

Key Facts

• Aadhaar identifies a resident but is not proof of Indian citizenship.

Maharashtra FDA cancels licence of Cipla’s Wadki warehouse

1 October 2026

Maharashtra’s Food and Drug Administration cancelled the drug sale and distribution licence of Cipla Pharma and Life Sciences’ Wadki warehouse in Pune. The FDA cited findings concerning Reactin Plus packaging, storage conditions, stock records and the handling of expired medicines.

Cipla called the decision disappointing, said it believed the facility complied with applicable requirements, and said it was reviewing the order and considering its options.

Key Facts

• The Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 regulates drug import, manufacture and distribution to safeguard product safety, effectiveness and quality.

Mahindra’s Chakan plant reaches three-million-vehicle production milestone

2 October 2026

Mahindra & Mahindra’s Chakan plant in Pune district reached a production milestone of three million vehicles. The company said its latest one-million-vehicle increment took 27 months, compared with 107 months for its first million.

The plant manufactures SUVs, electric vehicles and commercial vehicles. The report stated that renewable sources supplied 50% of the plant’s overall energy requirement and that electric-vehicle production ran entirely on renewable energy.

Key Facts

• Chakan integrates Industry 4.0 technologies with lean and TPM methods to support high-volume manufacturing while maintaining quality.

Maharashtra FDA Steps Up Scrutiny of Supplements

3 October 2026

Maharashtra’s Food and Drug Administration said it had begun scrutinising nutraceuticals, including protein powders, with checks on ingredients, labels and company claims. Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe also said punitive action against sales of medicines and supplements without prescriptions would follow in the coming days.

Key Facts

• FSSAI sets food-safety standards nationally; state Food Safety Officers enforce food laws through inspections and sampling.

Melghat Anganwadi Combines Korku-Marathi Learning with Nutrition Support

4 October 2026

At an anganwadi in Chourakund village, Melghat, young children share “today’s news” to encourage speaking and build confidence. The centre uses Korku alongside Marathi in learning activities and provides nutrition support. The report says 10 children identified as malnourished recovered after a month of measures and dietary support; parents continue to receive guidance on nutrition.

Key Facts

• The Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Amrut Aahar scheme provides food to pregnant women and children through anganwadis.
• The bilingual learning approach uses children’s Korku mother tongue to ease Marathi learning and support direct teacher–student communication.

Maharashtra orders water conservation and emergency reservoir reserves

5 October 2026

Maharashtra’s Water Resources Department directed local bodies to reduce water use by at least 10% from 16 October and plan available supplies through 31 August 2027. Each major reservoir must retain at least 10% of its available live storage as an emergency reserve for essential drinking-water needs.

Industries were directed to develop facilities to reuse or recycle at least 30% of their water use. District collectors may increase local reductions according to reservoir conditions.

Key Facts

• The emergency reserve is unavailable for routine use and is intended only to meet essential drinking-water needs during shortages or other emergencies.

Maharashtra Makes Online Verification Mandatory for Sports Job Quota

5 October 2026

Maharashtra made online verification through the Krida e-Praman system mandatory for candidates seeking the 5% sports quota in direct recruitment to government posts. Applicants must submit a certificate issued through the system, and appointing authorities are to recheck selected candidates’ certificates using QR codes. The policy covers Group A to D posts across specified government bodies and ...