Padgha Residents Intensify Demand For Independent Tehsil Status, Reject Mere Additional Headquarters Proposal

Residents of Padgha demand independent tehsil status by bifurcating Bhiwandi tehsil, rejecting a mere additional headquarters proposal.

The demand follows a June 11, 2026 government notification inviting objections to proposed additional tehsil headquarters, including one at Padgha.

Padgha's geographical importance is cited: it is a commercial hub with an agricultural market and dry fish trade, attracting traders from 100-150 villages daily.

The area's strategic location near the Mumbai-Nagpur Samruddhi Mahamarg, Mumbai-Ahmedabad National Highway, and Mumbai-Nashik Highway supports the demand.

Seven acres of government land near Bhatsa Colony have been identified for constructing offices if independent tehsil status is granted.