Pune: PMC Begins Cleaning NIBM Annexe Area; Fines Builder ₹10,000 For Releasing Sewage Water On Road | Sourced
In a long-awaited move, the health department of Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has finally started cleaning the NIBM Annexe area, focusing on drainage and sewage lines. This development comes after years of neglect and suffering by area residents, who have been battling with overflowing sewage and garbage-filled streets.
The initiative also includes imposing a fine of ₹10,000 on the builder of Acropolis Purple for releasing sewage water onto the roads. This move has been welcomed by residents, who have been demanding accountability and action against those responsible for the area’s deplorable condition.
‘We are relieved’
“We are relieved that the health department has finally taken action, but we will continue to demand more,” said Danish Khan, a resident of the Imperial Society. “The PMC’s negligence has caused us immense suffering for over a decade, and it’s time they are held accountable,” added Danish.
The residents have been facing numerous issues, including overflowing sewage, waterlogging and garbage-filled streets. Despite repeated complaints, the PMC has failed to address these concerns, leading to a breakdown in civic amenities.
Citizens have now demanded that criminal cases be registered against the PMC for negligence and dereliction of duty. With the health department’s cleaning drive underway, residents hope that their area will finally get the attention it deserves.
‘Our lives are at risk’
“The civic collapse in NIBM Annexe and Mohammadwadi is appalling, especially considering the ₹200 crore property tax collected from residents. It’s nothing short of criminal negligence. We urgently need anti-corruption agencies to probe the PMC and take responsibility for this mess. Our lives are at risk due to the PMC’s inaction, and it’s time we demand accountability. The environmental damage, poor road conditions, and blatant disregard for citizen concerns are all symptoms of a larger problem – the PMC’s utter disregard for the well-being of its citizens,” said Jaymala Dhankikar, a prominent civic rights activist.
Navnath Shelar, health inspector, Hadapsar ward office, PMC said, “Two days ago we received a complaint from the residents. We sent our team of five to inspect the area and we found out that two societies were releasing the sewage water onto the roads so we levied a fine of ₹10,000 and we have taken action against such offenders in the past. The entire stretch doesn’t have a drainage line so societies tend to release the sewage water onto the roads. The fine charges range from ₹5,000 up to ₹25,000.”
When asked about it, Hrishikesh Pattnaik, Engineer, Acropolis, said, “I’m not aware of the issue and the fine. I will enquire about it.”
