Pune: Nine officials, including the Deputy Commissioner of the Encroachment Eradication Department and six regional officers, have been issued notices for delaying actions against unauthorized constructions, sheds, hotels, pubs, and bars in various parts of the city.

The municipal administration has also instructed those who have encroached on riverbanks to remove their encroachments.

Three rivers, Pavana, Indrayani, and Mula, flow through Pimpri-Chinchwad city. There has been significant filling and encroachment along the riverbanks.

Recent heavy rains have led to flooding in these areas, necessitating the relocation of over 5,000 residents. Additionally, the issue of unauthorized constructions, sheds, and encroachments on pedestrian paths in various parts of the city has come to the fore.

The Encroachment Eradication Department of the municipal corporation had been turning a blind eye to this, leading to notices being issued to nine officials, as informed by Additional Commissioner Pradeep Jambhale.

Key Points:

Delay in Action: Notices have been issued to the Deputy Commissioner, six regional officers, and two beat inspectors for delaying action against unauthorized constructions and encroachments.

Riverbank Encroachments: Encroachments along the banks of the Pavana, Indrayani, and Mula rivers have caused flooding and required the evacuation of residents.

Development of App: A special app is being developed to track encroachments, issue notices, and record actions taken.

Hotel, Pub, and Bar Actions: Unauthorized hotels, pubs, and bars owned by political leaders and their relatives will face action after discussions with the commissioner.

The municipal corporation is taking steps to address the issue of unauthorized constructions and encroachments in Pimpri-Chinchwad city. Notices have been issued to officials responsible for delays, and actions are being planned against unauthorized establishments.