Thane man fined â¹60.24 lakh for destroying wetland
A landowner in Thane has been imposed with a fine of â¹60,24,275 for allegedly destroying a mangrove patch and dumping debris in the area. The fine is reportedly the highest imposed in a wetland destruction case in Mumbai Metropolitan Region. However, the landowner has denied the claims and said he has decided to move court against the district administration's decision.