In a strategic move ahead of the 76th Independence Day celebrations on August 15, 2023, the Maharashtra state government has announced a noteworthy reshuffling of guardian ministers, specifically for flag hoisting duties. The alteration, detailed in a circular issued on August 8, highlights the names of ministers and officials who will have the honor of hoisting the national flag at 35 designated locations.
One of the significant changes in this new arrangement is the appointment of Chandrakant Patil, a prominent figure within the BJP, as the guardian minister for Pune, entrusted with the responsibility of flag hoisting in the district. Concurrently, Ajit Pawar, a distinguished leader of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and a deputy chief minister of Maharashtra, will assume the role of guardian minister for Kolhapur district, taking charge of flag hoisting duties.
Other notable appointments include Aditi Tatkare, who has been designated as the guardian minister for Palghar, and Dilip Walse Patil, who will undertake the flag hoisting responsibilities for Washim. Additionally, Chhagan Bhujbal is appointed as the guardian minister for Amravati, Hasan Mushrif for Solapur, Dhananjay Mundhe for Beed, Dharmarao Atram for Gadchiroli, and Anil Patil for Buldhana district.
This strategic reshuffling of guardian ministers is indicative of the government’s commitment to ensuring effective governance and fostering balanced regional development. The selection of experienced leaders like Chandrakant Patil and Ajit Pawar to oversee flag hoisting in their respective districts underscores the administration’s dedication to commemorating the nation’s independence while simultaneously promoting regional progress and unity.
