Pune: PMRDA Cracks Down on 3,510 Illegal Constructions in Three-Phase Drive

Pune: In a significant move to address traffic congestion caused by unauthorized constructions, the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) has taken decisive action against 3,510 illegal structures in a three-phase demolition drive. The initiative, led by PMRDA Metropolitan Commissioner Dr. Yogesh Mhase, involved collaboration with the National Highways Authority, Public Works Department, Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC), and Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC).

Here are the key details:

• Three-Phase Drive:
  1. First Phase (Jan 29 – Feb 13, 2025):
     • 822 illegal structures demolished along Nagar-Wagholi Road.
     • 82,200 sq. ft. of encroached land cleared.
  2. Second Phase (March 3 – March 13, 2025):
     • 2,478 illegal constructions removed from Pune-Nashik Road, Pune-Solapur Road, and Chandni Chowk-Paud Road.
     • 247,800 sq. ft. of land reclaimed.
  3. Third Phase (March 17 – March 30, 2025):
     • 210 unauthorized buildings demolished along Hadapsar-Dive Ghat and Pune-Satara Road.
     • 34,500 sq. ft. of encroached land cleared.
• Total Impact:
  • 3,510 illegal structures demolished.
  • 3,47,300 sq. ft. of land reclaimed in the last two months.
  • Significant improvement in traffic congestion in key areas.

Over the past two months, PMRDA’s efforts have resulted in the clearance of 3,47,300 sq. ft. of encroached land, significantly improving traffic flow in key areas around Pune. This drive underscores the authority’s commitment to tackling illegal constructions and enhancing urban infrastructure.