In a move signaling outreach and inclusive governance, key leaders of the Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) convened a strategic meeting with Maharashtra State Waqf Board Chairman and Shiv Sena Minority Cell head, Mr. Samir Ghulam Nabi Qazi, to address long-standing concerns of the Muslim community across the state.
The meeting, held at Mr. Qazi’s office, was spearheaded by Shakir Ansari, Deputy Coordinator of the Shiv Sena (Shinde group) from Byculla, and brought together grassroots and ward-level leaders—including Ward No. 211 Shakha Pramukh Aamir Ansari and Mahila Shakha Pramukh Rumana Shah.
Discussions were centered on four core pillars critical to the community’s progress: education, employment, healthcare, and safety. A consensus emerged around the need for more transparent and impactful delivery of existing government schemes, with leaders stressing that a disconnect between policy and ground-level implementation continues to hinder social development in minority neighborhoods.
Shakir Ansari highlighted the purpose of the meeting, stating, “Our priority is to ensure that the Muslim community is not left behind when it comes to accessing the benefits of government schemes. We are working to establish mechanisms that are not just effective but transparent and participatory.”
Mr. Qazi echoed this sentiment, affirming that the Waqf Board is ready to collaborate closely with civic bodies and state departments to fast-track welfare programs, particularly in underdeveloped urban pockets where access to basic services remains a challenge.
The meeting concluded with a resolution to:
•Launch community awareness drives on welfare and education schemes;
•Identify key localities for employment and skill development pilot programs;
•Work with the health department to increase medical outreach in minority areas;
•Liaise with law enforcement to improve the sense of safety and prevent targeted violence or discrimination.
With Assembly elections on the horizon and growing attention on inclusive policy, the Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) is positioning itself as responsive to minority voices—balancing its traditional Hindutva image with visible social outreach.
As implementation plans take shape, community leaders say they will be watching closely to ensure that promises made translate into measurable impact.
