Builder-influencer held with cache of weapons in Thane district
Thane (PTI): A 55-year-old builder and social media influencer has been arrested for alleged possession of a cache of weapons in Maharashtra's Thane district, police said on Tuesday.
The accused, Surendra Panduranga Patil, who has more than three lakh followers on Instagram, was arrested on Saturday night, just a week after being released on bail in a separate case, an official said.
"Acting on a tip-off, our team searched Patil's bungalow in the Dawdi area of Dombivli late on Saturday night. We recovered a cache of weapons hidden behind a fake panel of a newly installed shoe rack that did not match the house's interior," the official from the Crime Branch said.
Five country-made pistols and revolvers, some engraved with 'Made in USA,' and two air guns, were seized, along with 371 cartridges, 167 air gun pellets, a sword, a button knife, a sharp-edged weapon, and two steel rods, he said, adding that the seized items were worth Rs 10 lakh.
"The quantity of ammunition suggests the stockpile was fully operational. While Patil claims the weapons were mere 'props' for his gangster-themed social media videos, we are investigating if he was preparing a 'mini-army' or supplying arms to local criminals," the official said.
Patil, a history-sheeter, now faces fresh charges under the Arms Act and the Maharashtra Police Act.
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Kindergarten convocation held at M.E.T. English Medium School in Udyavara
Udyavara: The Kindergarten Convocation Ceremony of M.E.T. English Medium School was held at the M.E.T. Auditorium on March 27, marking an important milestone in the academic journey of young students.
The programme began with a welcome address by Rati. The event was attended by Dr. Absar ul Huda, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist, as the guest of honour, while wildlife conservationist and educator Akshay N. Shet was the special guest. Sameer Mohammed, Managing Director and CEO of Armour Kartoons Private Limited, presided over the function and delivered the presidential address.
Academic Head Dr. Junaida Sulthana administered the oath to the graduating students. Kindergarten Coordinator Rubina Sameer spoke about the play-way and Montessori methods followed by the school, while Savitha Acharya announced the Academic Excellence Award winners.
The young graduates took part in performances and shared their learning experiences, drawing appreciation from the audience.
Mohd. Iqbal and Suhaila Firoz were also present as special guests. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Sanjata. Parents and well-wishers attended the event in large numbers.
