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• Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has asked occupants of 36 unsafe wadas and old buildings to vacate the premises ahead of the monsoon.
• The structures were identified as dangerous during the civic body's pre-monsoon structural audit across the city.
• Raviwar Peth has the highest number of unsafe properties, followed by Ghorpadi Peth, Shukrawar Peth and Bhavani Peth.
• PMC has warned residents against staying in the buildings and directed owners to undertake repairs or demolition where necessary.
• The move comes amid continuing concerns over ageing structures, redevelopment delays and safety risks in Pune's old city areas.
The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has directed residents living in 36 dilapidated wadas and old buildings across the city to vacate the premises as a precautionary measure ahead of the monsoon season. The civic body identified these structures as unsafe during its annual pre-monsoon inspection and has issued notices to occupants and property owners to prevent any loss of life or property during heavy rainfall.
According to PMC officials, the buildings have been categorised as dangerous due to their deteriorating structural condition. Warning notices have been displayed outside the identified properties, informing residents and visitors about the potential risks. The administration has stated that continued occupation of these buildings could be hazardous, particularly during periods of intense rain and strong winds.
The majority of the unsafe structures are located in Pune's older and densely populated peth areas, where several traditional wadas continue to face issues related to ageing infrastructure and delayed redevelopment. Raviwar Peth recorded the highest number of dangerous structures with eight buildings, while Ghorpadi Peth, Shukrawar Peth and Bhavani Peth reported five unsafe properties each. Other affected localities include Budhwar Peth, Nana Peth, Sadashiv Peth, Guruwar Peth, Shaniwar Peth and Ganesh Peth.
PMC officials have informed occupants that those choosing to remain in the buildings despite receiving notices would be doing so at their own risk. The civic administration has also clarified that it cannot be held responsible for any incidents resulting from structural failure after the notices have been issued.
Property owners have been instructed to carry out repairs under the supervision of qualified structural engineers and licensed architects. In cases where buildings are beyond repair, PMC has advised owners to initiate demolition to eliminate safety risks to both occupants and neighbouring properties. Civic authorities have also shared emergency contact details of the control room and fire department for immediate assistance if required during the monsoon.
The issue of unsafe wadas has remained a long-standing challenge for Pune. Several old buildings in the city's historic core have awaited redevelopment for years due to disputes between landlords and tenants, difficulties in securing approvals and financial constraints. As a result, many residents continue to occupy ageing structures even after repeated warnings regarding safety concerns.
PMC has been conducting annual structural audits of old buildings before the monsoon for several years. In previous instances, the civic body identified a significantly higher number of dangerous structures and, in some cases, sought police support to evacuate residents and carry out demolitions. The administration has also taken measures in the past to protect tenant interests while facilitating redevelopment of unsafe properties.
The latest notices form part of Pune's broader monsoon preparedness efforts, which include inspections of vulnerable buildings, drainage maintenance and emergency response planning. With rainfall activity expected to increase in the coming weeks, civic officials have urged residents of the identified properties to cooperate with evacuation directives and prioritise safety.
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