Pune: Over the past two days, the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) has launched an aggressive crackdown on illegal pubs, bars, and restaurants in Mulshi Taluka.
On the first day (July 18), PMRDA targeted the Pirangut area, demolishing unauthorized constructions of four establishments: Saiba Bar, Sonali Resto Bar, Gypsy Resto Bar, and Atharva Resto Bar. This operation resulted in the demolition of approximately 21,124 square feet of illegal construction.
On the second day, PMRDA shifted its operation to the Bhugaon and Bhukum areas, where they demolished six unauthorized establishments: Drunk in Lake, Sandalwood, Banyard Bistro, Rajhans Resto and Bar, T2 Bar, and Taps and Talks.
This demolition covered about 28,555 square feet of illegal construction. The demolitions were executed using heavy machinery such as Poklen and JCB, along with additional manpower.
The operation was carried out under the leadership of PMRDA Commissioner Yogesh Mhase and Assistant Commissioner Deepak Singla, with Deputy Collector Anil Daunde, Tehsildar Manisha Telbhate, Bajrang Chougule, Engineer Sunil Powar, other officials, staff, and police in attendance.
The PMRDA’s Unauthorized Construction Elimination Department has issued a stern warning to the public against erecting unauthorized buildings.
Following the Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's orders to take action against unauthorized constructions linked to drug activities, the Municipal Corporation and Police department has initiated action.
Civic officials demolished illegal structures of several hotels within Pune city jurisdiction too. The State Excise Department, acting on the District Collector's orders, has shut down 70 bars.
Pune MP Murlidhar Mohol has held discussions with Pune Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar and asked police department to initiate a comprehensive anti-drug campaign across Pune. This campaign will include a dedicated task force and specialized manpower.
