Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has listed 102 buildings as extremely risky in its pre-monsoon survey of old and crumbling buildings in the city. The exercise, undertaken for public safety ahead of the monsoon, has already resulted in the demolition of unsafe parts of 13 buildings. PMC intends to demolish unsafe parts of 50 to 80 more buildings by June 7 to avoid the risk of accidents during the monsoon.
Mrudula Narale
Pune| May 29, 2025 : Each year, when the monsoon season is about to start, generally in April or May, PMC’s construction department conducts a thorough survey of old structures such as traditional “wada” buildings and other old buildings. Engineer teams, inspectors, and local ward officials identify the structural stability of these buildings, which includes factors such as crack in walls, roof condition, and overall stability. The survey classifies buildings into three categories of risk: highly unsafe, unsafe, and comparatively less unsafe. This year, 102 buildings were considered extremely hazardous, while 17 remained inhabited by residents even though they were in a deplorable state.
The Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning Act, Sections 160 and (b), has directed PMC to issue notices to the owners of the 102 buildings, instructing them to vacate these immediately and either demolish or strengthen the buildings. The property owners will have to pay for the demolition. PMC has urged citizens to vacate these dangerous buildings early in order to prevent any disasters during monsoon, when the chances of buildings collapsing under heavy rains are more.
At the same time, the adjacent Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has also identified 72 risky buildings in its area, of which three are highly risky. Of the total, 34 are in a particular region of a regional office complex and need to be repaired or demolished on an urgent basis. PMC and PCMC are both taking proactive steps to reduce risks, with a stress given to early action by property owners.
Even after the notices, the evacuation of these buildings continues to be an issue. Most residents are hesitant to vacate fearing that their buildings could be encroached on once they leave. PMC’s department of construction has persuaded owners to repair or demolish their buildings voluntarily for safety reasons. Eight owners have so far completed repairs on their buildings, while notices have been issued to all 102 buildings under identification.
The survey, which is conducted every year, reflects PMC’s strong dedication to people’s safety, especially in the event of structural collapse during the rainy season. Through the classification of buildings according to their risk factors, PMC seeks to prioritize interventions and avoid causing loss of life or property. The corporation still invites citizens and property owners to cooperate by vacating hazardous structures and following up on the required repairs in a timely manner. This proactive approach, backed by legal measures, reflects the city’s efforts to safeguard its residents from the dangers posed by aging infrastructure.
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