Pune: PMC Takes Strict Action Against Illegal Hoardings and Advertisements
Pune Municipal Corporation has initiated strict action against illegal hoardings and other forms of advertisements. In adherence to directives issued by the Bombay High Court, PMC is taking firm and consistent action against unauthorized hoardings, banners, posters, flex boards, and kiosks that deface public spaces and compromise the city’s aesthetics.
High Court Directives and Compliance
Following Public Interest Litigation (PIL No. 155/2011), the Bombay High Court issued detailed instructions on January 31, 2017, for municipalities across the state to combat unauthorized advertising structures. Subsequent orders, including those on October 9, 2024, November 18, 2024, and December 18, 2024, reiterated the mandate.
In response, PMC has conducted extensive campaigns to remove illegal advertising structures. Recent efforts have resulted in the following actions:
14th to 21st October 2024: 1,449 unauthorized flexes, posters, banners, and kiosks removed.
27th November to 3rd December 2024: 659 illegal structures dismantled, with penalties amounting to ₹1,000.
Continued Action: A total penalty collection of ₹5,23,000, with legal cases registered against 110 individuals/organizations under the Maharashtra Property Defacement Act, 1995.
PMC Appeals to Citizens to Join Hands with Them
PMC urges all residents, advertisers, and business owners to contribute to keeping Pune beautiful and free from visual pollution. Avoid erecting unauthorized hoardings, banners, or advertising structures. Strict punitive and legal action will be taken against violators.
PMC’s Commitment: Nodal Officers Appointed
To ensure effective enforcement, Assistant Commissioners have been designated as implementation officers, while Zonal Deputy Commissioners from Zones 1 to 5 are assigned as nodal/supervisory officers.
Citizen Complaint Channels
We encourage citizens to report unauthorized advertising through any of the following channels:
PMC Care App
SMS: 9689900002
Website: www.pmc.gov.in
Call Centre: 18001030222 (SkySign Dept.: 020-25506676/77)
Facebook: /pmcfmc
Twitter: @pmcpune
WhatsApp: 9689900002
Email: feedback@punecorporation.org
Together, let’s maintain Pune’s charm and uphold its visual integrity. Your cooperation matters.
