Early Life and Education
Ramesh Gajanan Korgaonkar was born on April 12, 1960, in Bhandup, Mumbai, Maharashtra. He completed his education up to the 9th grade.
Political Career
Ramesh Korgaonkar is a member of the Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) party. He has been serving as the Member of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly (MLA) representing the Bhandup West Assembly Constituency since 2019. Before becoming an MLA, he served as a corporator in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) for four terms from 2002 to 2017.
Major Achievements
One of Korgaonkar’s notable achievements has been his work on infrastructure development in his constituency. He has been actively involved in advocating for better road conditions, public transportation facilities, and urban development projects. His role in securing developmental funds for Bhandup has earned him recognition among his constituents.
Moreover, his efforts to address water supply issues in the area have been widely acknowledged. He is seen as a key player in resolving civic issues such as sanitation, clean drinking water, and solid waste management, all of which are crucial concerns in a densely populated urban area like Bhandup.
Key Political Initiatives
MLA Ramesh Korgaonkar has advocated for reserving 50% of newly constructed houses in Mumbai specifically for Marathi people. This initiative aims to ensure that the local Marathi community benefits from housing developments in the city, providing them with greater access to affordable homes.
MLA Ramesh G. Korgaonkar from Bhandup Legislative Assembly raised concerns in the assembly about providing up to 300 units of free electricity to poor citizens. He also urged the police administration to address the rising incidents of thefts and crimes in Bhandup, calling for immediate action to ensure public safety.
MLA Ramesh G. Korgaonkar emphasized the need to increase the annual income limit for beneficiaries of the Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Yojana and Shravan Bal Beneficiary Yojana. He also highlighted that the benefits are being provided only once every three to four months and urged for quicker processing of required documents to ensure timely support for the needy.
MLA Ramesh Korgaonkar raised concerns in the assembly over a tragic incident at the Sushma Swaraj Maternity Hospital in Bhandup, where a newborn and mother died due to a power cut during delivery. The backup generator had malfunctioned and remains non-functional. He demanded immediate government action to fix the generator and called for compensation for the victim’s family.
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Personal Life
Ramesh Korgaonkar is married to Vishranti Korgaonkar, who is a businessperson. They reside in Bhandup West, Mumbai.
Promises and Future Commitments
MLA Ramesh Korgaonkar, in coordination with the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, is overseeing various improvements at Bhandup Cemetery, Sonapur. These include the installation of an air pollution control system, solar panels, flavor blocks, seating arrangements, and boundary walls. Korgaonkar recently inspected the ongoing renovation and beautification works and instructed officials to ensure their timely completion.
MLA Ramesh Korgaonkar, along with local leader Umesh Mane, promised to ease traffic congestion at Ashok Kedare Chowk in Bhandup. A new route for small vehicles, including rickshaws, scooters, and cars, is being developed via Ashok Kedare Chowk, Lalsheth Compound, and Kokan Nagar Bus Stop. Following inspections, officials were instructed to complete the work swiftly, and the traffic police were directed to remove unauthorized parking in the area to improve traffic flow.
During a meeting of the Mumbai Suburban District Planning Committee, MLA Ramesh Korgaonkar advocated for the clearance of pending development works in the Bhandup Assembly for the benefit of the public. Key demands included:
- Developers to build projects in Bhandup rather than transferring 33% of PTC.
- Funding for constructing defense walls at 78 locations.
- An alternative location for the Savitribai Phule Maternity Hospital and NICU beds for newborns.
- Solutions to traffic jams and potholes from metro work.
- Immediate action on illegal structures and installation of CCTV cameras to curb crime.
- Additional resources for tribal development and proper staffing at the ration office.