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Shiv Sena (UBT) Alleges ₹1.5 Crore Irregularity In BMC School Notebooks, Demands Independent Probe
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· September 4, 2026
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Key points A preliminary estimate suggests a potential financial loss of ₹75 lakh to ₹1. Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) opposition leaders have alleged financial irregularities in a municipal education department.
Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) opposition leaders have alleged financial irregularities in a municipal education department. Notebooks given to students reportedly had fewer pages than specified in contracts. Leaders are demanding an independent investigation into the matter.
A preliminary estimate suggests a potential financial loss of ₹75 lakh to ₹1.5 crore due to the page discrepancy. Leaders have presented documented counts and physical samples to support their claim.
Further details about the alleged irregularity and the leaders' demands are available from the source. The opposition is seeking a transparent probe into the breach of quality standards.
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