YouTuber challenges FIR, LoC in HC

Mumbai : The Bombay High Court issued notice to the state government on a petition filed by UK-based medico and YouTuber, Dr. Sangram Patil, seeking to quash a Mumbai Police FIR and revoking a Look Out Circular in a criminal case lodged against him, on Thursday. Justice Ashwin D. Bhobe, who heard the matter with preliminary submissions from both sides, sought a response from the state government and posted the matter for Feb. 4. Maharashtra Advocate-General Milind Sathe informed the court...

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Mumbai : The Bombay High Court issued notice to the state government on a petition filed by UK-based medico and YouTuber, Dr. Sangram Patil, seeking to quash a Mumbai Police FIR and revoking a Look Out Circular in a criminal case lodged against him, on Thursday. Justice Ashwin D. Bhobe, who heard the matter with preliminary submissions from both sides, sought a response from the state government and posted the matter for Feb. 4. Maharashtra Advocate-General Milind Sathe informed the court that the state would file its reply within a week in the matter. Indian-origin Dr. Patil, hailing from Jalgaon, is facing a criminal case here for posting allegedly objectionable content involving Bharatiya Janata Party leaders on social media. After his posts on a FB page, ‘Shehar Vikas Aghadi’, a Mumbai BJP media cell functionary lodged a criminal complaint following which the NM Joshi Marg Police registered a FIR (Dec. 18, 2025) and subsequently issued a LoC against Dr. Patil, restricting his travels. The complainant Nikhil Bhamre filed the complaint in December 2025, contending that Dr. Patil on Dec. 14 posted offensive content intended to spread ‘disinformation and falsehoods’ about the BJP and its leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Among others, the police invoked BNSS Sec. 353(2) that attracts a 3-year jail term for publishing or circulating statements or rumours through electronic media with intent to promote enmity or hatred between communities. Based on the FIR, Dr. Patil was detained and questioned for 15 hours when he arrived with his wife from London at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (Jan. 10), and again prevented from returning to Manchester, UK on Jan. 19 in view of the ongoing investigations. On Wednesday (Jan. 21) Dr. Patil recorded his statement before the Mumbai Police and now he has moved the high court. Besides seeking quashing of the FIR and the LoC, he has sought removal of his name from the database imposing restrictions on his international travels. Through his Senior Advocate Sudeep Pasbola, the medico has sought interim relief in the form of a stay on further probe by Crime Branch-III and coercive action, restraint on filing any charge-sheet during the pendency of the petition and permission to go back to the UK. Pasbola submitted to the court that Dr. Patil had voluntarily travelled from the UK to India and was unaware of the FIR when he landed here. Sathe argued that Patil had appeared in connection with other posts and was not fully cooperating with the investigators.

Eco-friendly crematorium begins operations

Dr. Abhilash Dawre
Jun 10, 2025
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Ambernath: After a delay of over one and a half years, the much-awaited eco-friendly crematorium project in Ambernath has finally commenced operations on June 10, 2025. The reopening of this facility, which had remained non-functional for an extended period, has brought significant relief to the city’s residents, who previously struggled with limited and costly cremation services.

Local resident Vikas Ingle brought the issue to light in a conversation with "The Perfect Voice" highlighting administrative negligence that stalled the project. Following his complaints and the subsequent media coverage, the Ambernath Municipal Council sprang into action, ensuring the crematorium’s timely launch.

Notably, the crematorium services are now being offered completely free of charge, eliminating the financial burden that many families faced during funeral arrangements. This environmentally friendly initiative marks a positive shift in the city’s approach to end-of-life rituals and promotes sustainable practices in cremation.

The proactive response from the authorities after public exposure has restored citizen confidence in local governance, raising hopes for increased attention to crucial social services in the future. Residents have warmly welcomed the decision, expressing optimism that the new facility will enhance transparency and convenience in the city’s funeral services.

The news of the crematorium’s reopening first surfaced on June 8, 2025, through "The Perfect Voice" which triggered the administration’s swift action. By June 10, the Ambernath Municipal Council officially opened the eco-friendly crematorium to the public.

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Sameer Pathan

Jun 10, 2025

“I sincerely appreciate the efforts of the reporter Dr.Abhilash Dawre and the entire team at ‘The Perfect Voice’ for covering the much-needed update on the eco-friendly crematorium project in Ambernath. Your responsible journalism has not only brought this important civic development to public attention but also played a role in ensuring timely action by the authorities. Such reporting truly strengthens public trust in media and local governance. Keep up the excellent work in serving the community with impactful and meaningful news.”

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Dr.Abhilash Dawre

Jun 11, 2025

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