The issue has affected residents of Marne Vasti in Maan and Bapujibuwa Vasti in Tathawade. Locals claim the road had been in use for generations and served as a key route for everyday travel. Its sudden closure has disrupted the lives of more than 200 people.
In the Maan area, residents alleged that the tehsildar directed them to use an alternative route passing through another farmer’s land, despite no formal land acquisition process being completed. However, the owner of that land reportedly blocked the path by dumping soil on the road.
The situation became so tense that police had to intervene and temporarily reopen the route to restore access for local residents.
A similar dispute has emerged in Tathawade. Residents claim that shortly after a stay order was lifted, a developer moved quickly to close a traditional access road that had been used by villagers and farmers for many years.
The road passes through Survey No. 113/1 near a proposed 24-metre Development Plan road adjacent to Survey No. 113/2. According to locals, the route was widely used by residents and farmers long before recent development projects began in the area.
Residents have also questioned the actions of the revenue administration. They claim that a panchanama report prepared by local officials had clearly mentioned the existence of the road. Despite this, the stay order was removed, leading to its closure.
The closure has forced many people to take long detours to reach their homes, farms and workplaces. Senior citizens, women, school students and farmers are said to be among the worst affected.
Locals have further pointed to what they describe as conflicting administrative decisions. They claim one order directed that the existing situation be maintained, while another later restarted the hearing process, creating confusion and uncertainty.
Many residents are now asking why there was such urgency in removing the stay order if a status quo order was already in place. They have also questioned how the road was closed so quickly after the order was lifted.
A local resident alleged that the decision directly benefited a developer while creating hardship for ordinary citizens. Residents are demanding an independent inquiry and action against any officials found responsible for wrongdoing.
Responding to the allegations, the Sub-Divisional Officer of Maval-Mulshi said the original status quo order was issued following complaints from appellants. However, after it was found that incorrect information had allegedly been presented while obtaining the stay, the order was cancelled.
The official added that the matter was scheduled for a hearing on June 16. After hearing arguments from both sides, the next hearing has now been scheduled for June 18.
As the dispute continues, affected residents are hoping for a solution that restores road access and addresses concerns over the handling of the case.
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