Fisherman Stabbed Amid Allegations of Corruption in Coastal Road Compensation
Man attacked after mother alleges compensation in Coastal Road payout
Hindustan Times
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Paresh Worlikar, a 44-year-old fisherman from Worli Koliwada in Mumbai, was stabbed after being threatened over his mother's petition alleging corruption in Coastal Road compensation records. The accused, Umesh Patil, was arrested following the attack, which occurred near Worli Seaface.
- 01Paresh Worlikar was attacked following threats related to his mother's legal petition.
- 02His mother alleges corruption in the compensation distribution for the Coastal Road project.
- 03Umesh Patil, the attacker, is linked to the Macchimar Co-operative Society overseeing compensation.
- 04Worlikar's family claims eligible beneficiaries were omitted from the compensation list.
- 05The police have charged Patil with multiple offenses related to the attack.
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On Sunday, Paresh Worlikar, a 44-year-old fisherman from Worli Koliwada, Mumbai, was stabbed near Worli Seaface after being threatened over his mother's petition in the Bombay High Court. His mother, Vidya Worlikar, alleges that the Macchimar Co-operative Society, led by Vijay Patil, has engaged in corrupt practices regarding compensation for the Coastal Road project, which threatens the fishing community's livelihood. Worlikar was attacked by Umesh Patil, who allegedly lunged at him with a knife, resulting in shoulder injuries for Worlikar. Local residents briefly apprehended Patil, but he escaped before being arrested later. Worlikar had previously warned the police about potential threats but felt his concerns were not taken seriously. The police have charged Umesh Patil under sections 109, 352, and 351 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, which pertain to criminal conspiracy and assault.
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The incident highlights ongoing tensions between the fishing community and authorities regarding compensation for the Coastal Road project, which could affect livelihoods.
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