Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 12 (ANI): Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday inaugurated the new office of senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Ganesh Khankar in Dahisar, North Mumbai, stating that the facility would serve as a central 'hub' for addressing and resolving the grievances of local residents.

Addressing the gathering at the inauguration, Goyal lauded Khankar as a foundational pillar of the party in North Mumbai region.

'Today is a moment of great joy for all of us. On the auspicious occasion of the inauguration of the office belonging to Ganesh Khankar--a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party and a foundational figure for North Mumbai--I extend my heartiest congratulations and best wishes to him, his family, and all the party workers of Dahisar,' the Union Minister said.

Emphasising the party's commitment to public service, Goyal expressed confidence that the new office would bridge the gap between the administration and the public.

'I am fully confident that this office will become a hub for resolving the issues faced by the local residents. Just as Manisha Tai has served the people of this area for years, our corporators will now work tirelessly, day and night, to make this region exemplary and prosperous,' he added.

Union Minister Piyush Goyal also inaugurated an International Baccalaureate (IB) and Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) school at the Institution Auditorium in Mumbai's Borivali West and lauded senior BJP leader Ganesh Khankar for his contribution to the region.

Goyal said Khankar had dedicated his life to serving the people and working for the development of the area.

'Today is a very happy day for all of us. Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) senior leader from Mumbai North, Ganesh Khankar ji, who is the foundation of the BJP, has dedicated his entire life to our region and to ensuring a bright future for our people,' Goyal told reporters.

Congratulating Khankar and party workers on the inauguration of the school, Goyal expressed confidence that the institution would serve the people of the area and contribute to the education and development of future generations.

'On the auspicious occasion of the inauguration, I would like to congratulate Ganesh ji, his family and all the party workers of the area. I have full faith that this institution will become a centre that contributes to the bright future of the children and serves the people of this area,' he said.

Praising BJP corporator Manisha Chaudhary, Goyal said the party's municipal councillors would continue working for the development of the locality. (ANI)