Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) intensified its crackdown on illegal constructions in Kondhwa Khurd and Kondhwa Budruk on Tuesday, demolishing two unauthorised residential buildings in a targeted enforcement drive. The action, part of PMC’s ongoing mission to regulate urban growth, covered a P+3 building in Laxmi Nagar, Kondhwa Budruk, and a P+2 structure in Malik Nagar and Sai Baba Nagar, Kondhwa Khurd, together spanning approximately 5,600 sq. ft of reinforced concrete construction.
Officials confirmed that such measures are aimed at ensuring compliance with city planning norms, maintaining public safety, and curbing environmentally unsustainable urban expansion. “The demolition drive is part of a structured approach to uphold urban regulations and safeguard the equitable use of land,” said an official from PMC’s building regulation department. Over recent weeks, PMC has ramped up monitoring and enforcement operations across Kondhwa, an area witnessing rapid residential and commercial development. Experts note that unregulated construction not only compromises the safety of residents but also strains local infrastructure, including water supply, sewage systems, and road networks. The corporation has highlighted that unauthorized structures often fail to integrate environmentally sustainable design, which contradicts Pune’s broader agenda for green, equitable urban development.
Urban planning specialists observe that periodic enforcement drives serve as both a regulatory check and a deterrent against illegal construction. However, they stress the importance of combining these efforts with awareness campaigns, incentivising compliance, and fast-tracking approvals for lawful construction. A senior urban development expert remarked, “Balanced enforcement ensures that citizens are encouraged to develop within legal frameworks while protecting the city’s environmental and social equity objectives.” The demolished P+3 building in Laxmi Nagar occupied a prime residential lane, and PMC officials confirmed that no residents were harmed during the operation. Similarly, the P+2 structure in Kondhwa Khurd was cleared after advance notices and inspections confirmed violations. The civic body plans to continue similar drives across other rapidly urbanising pockets in Pune, ensuring that construction aligns with authorised zoning plans and sustainable urbanisation principles.
These actions underline Pune’s commitment to structured growth, ensuring that city development does not compromise safety, environmental responsibility, or equitable access to urban amenities. Officials emphasise that the demolition of unauthorized constructions is a vital step toward creating a cityscape that prioritises regulatory compliance, green infrastructure, and long-term sustainability.
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