Shaktipeeth Highway Realignment: 4 Solapur Talukas Out, New Route Sparks Protests

• Maharashtra government announces realignment of Nagpur-Goa Shaktipeeth Highway due to strong opposition in Sangli, Kolhapur, and Solapur districts.
• Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis confirmed the new route will start from Dharashiv and pass through Atpadi (Sangli) towards Chandgad.
• Rumors suggest the new route might exclude Sangli district entirely and four talukas from Solapur: North Solapur, Mohol, Pandharpur, and Sangola.
• Instead, Madha and Malshiras talukas are reportedly being considered for inclusion in the revised alignment.
• Protests continue, with a state-level rally organized by Barshi Taluka Shaktipeeth Virodhi Sangharsh Samiti on Wednesday, July 7th, at Rui (Bhalgaon).

Why It Matters: Shaktipeeth Highway realignment causes confusion and protests, with Solapur talukas potentially excluded.