Maharashtra Minister Lodha Seeks Strict Action Over Illegal Structures, Flags Rohingya-Bangladeshi Infiltration Concern

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• Maharashtra Minister Lodha Seeks Strict Action Over Illegal Structures, Flags Rohingya-Bangladeshi Infiltration Concern Reported By, Last Updated: May 20, 2026, 03:05 IST Lodha alleged that those involved in illegal constructions were acting with the backing of certain local political leaders During his visit, Lodha (R) held discussions with senior officials at Malvani Police Station and demanded swift action in the matter.
• Image/News18 Maharashtra Cabinet Minister Mangal Prabhat Lodha on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on alleged illegal constructions in Mumbai’s Malvani area, claiming that land mafias were operating under political protection and that local residents were being pressured to shelter Bangladeshi and Rohingya infiltrators.
• Speaking to reporters after visiting a woman allegedly affected by an illegal structure near Savariya Masjid in Malvani, Lodha said such activities were creating fear among locals and could not be ignored any longer.
• The minister met Ragini Ramashankar Chaurasia, a resident of Abbasia Compound, who...