Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde showcased his cricketing skills while inaugurating the Thane Premier League 2026 at Dadoji Konddev Stadium. The week-long tournament aims to promote local talent, with Shinde also felicitating Ranji players and supporting underprivileged athletes by distributing cricket kits during the opening ceremony.
Thane: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, known for his strategic maneuvers in the political arena, showcased his athletic side on Friday by hitting impressive boundaries during the inauguration of the Thane Premier League (TPL) 2026. The tournament, organized by the ‘Maharashtra Mazha Seva Sanstha’ in coordination with the Union Cricket Club and affiliated with the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA), is being held at the Dadoji Konddev Stadium.
The event marks the 14th edition of the TPL, a prestigious platform that has consistently provided local talent from Thane district with an opportunity to showcase their skills on a professional stage. During the opening ceremony, Deputy CM Shinde took to the pitch, delighting spectators with a series of fluent fours and sixes.
Honoring Local Talent
In a gesture to promote excellence in sports, the Deputy Chief Minister felicitated prominent Ranji Trophy players from Thane, including Chinmay Sutar, Sairaj Patil, and Akhil Herwadkar. The organizers also announced that the tournament would continue its tradition of supporting underprivileged yet talented athletes by distributing essential cricket kits.
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