Western Zonal Council Meets in Pune to Address Regional Issues

The 27th meeting of the Western Zonal Council chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah will focus on resolving disputes between the Centre and Western states. Topics include legal issues, banking accessibility, infrastructure, and food security, with attendees including state chief ministers, UT administrators, and senior officials.

The 27th meeting of the Western Zonal Council is scheduled to take place in Pune on Saturday, chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. This meeting serves as a crucial platform for addressing disputes and key issues between the Central Government and the states within the Western region.

Comprising Gujarat, Goa, Maharashtra, and the Union Territories of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, the council will deliberate on pressing issues such as fast-tracking sexual offense cases, enhancing banking facilities, and improving regional infrastructure. Other focal points include environmental concerns, mining, food security, and emergency response systems.

Hosted by the Maharashtra government, the meeting will see participation from the chief ministers of the member states, administrators of Union Territories, and senior officials from both state and central governments. Established in 1957, the zonal councils play a vital role in facilitating inter-state cooperation and tackling national issues like child malnutrition and dropout rates.