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PCMC issues notice to 31 illegal religious structures

These structures often block roads, footpaths, and public spaces, creating problems for traffic movement and residents. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
Published on Apr 26, 2025 06:50 AM IST

Parts of Pimpri-Chinchwad grapple with water shortage 

PCMC daily lifts around 100 MLD of water from Nighoj but the water stock has declined considerably, leading to truncated water supply to residents. (HT PHOTO)
Published on Mar 25, 2025 05:34 AM IST

PCMC has no role in illegal tree felling, say officials

The garden department is verifying these reports, and the environmental department of PCMC has clarified that these incidents are not related to the Mula River rejuvenation project, stated the release. (HT FILE)
Published on Mar 16, 2025 08:14 AM IST

Citizens protest against felling of trees for riverfront development plan

Many environmentalists and green activists from Pimpri-Chinchwad and Pune visited the PCMC office to check the documents of the proposed tree cutting and transplant for the RFD project. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Published on Feb 25, 2025 08:24 AM IST

PCMC dismisses assistant commissioner for violating the Declaration of Small Family Rules

As part of the appointment process, candidates are required to submit an affidavit under the Maharashtra Civil Services (Declaration of Small Family) Rules 2005. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jan 09, 2025 05:44 AM IST

PCMC removes 36K illegal hoarding and flexes, action to be intensified 

The Sky Sign and License Department of PCMC has also imposed fines amounting to 47,000 and lodged two FIRs against violators, officials said in a statement released on Saturday.  (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Dec 22, 2024 05:32 AM IST

PCMC to reopen mishandled complaints on Smart Sarathi

In the past few months, there have been complaints by citizens claiming dissatisfaction over the closure of complaints. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Updated on Dec 13, 2024 08:46 AM IST

PCMC introduces GRAP to combat air pollution with advanced tech 

GRAP’s structured approach relies on advanced forecasting tools and rigorous monitoring mechanisms to ensure timely action. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Updated on Dec 12, 2024 09:12 AM IST

PCMC initiates probe into misappropriation of funds at Jijamata Hospital

The ongoing inquiry was initiated on Monday during which it was found that the clerk, Akash Gosavi, had delayed depositing 18.66 lakh into the PCMC treasury. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
Updated on Dec 12, 2024 05:46 AM IST

Fire brigade faces major challenges due to black spots in Pimpri-Chinchwad

To address these accessibility issues, PCMC has purchased six fire brigade motorcycles equipped with 40-litre water tanks. However, these bikes have hardly been used for firefighting in the last three years and serve only to clear paths for fire engines. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Updated on Dec 08, 2024 06:58 AM IST

PCMC sets up ‘sustainability cell’

The Sustainability Cell will guide the PCMC’s long-term sustainable development goals (SDGs) by focusing on six thematic areas (each aligned with the United Nations’ SDGs) critical to urban resilience and liveability. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Updated on Oct 17, 2024 08:30 AM IST

PCMC serves notices to 52k unregistered properties 

As part of this process, 8,55,102 properties have been assigned a continuous sequence number (geo-sequencing), and 5,32,307 properties have undergone internal measurement.   (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
Updated on Oct 07, 2024 05:54 AM IST

PCMC’s Divyang Bhavan begins full-scale operations

The foundation has already begun providing crucial services such as therapy, distribution of assistive devices, skill development, and rehabilitation. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Sep 29, 2024 05:12 AM IST

Pune Metro: PM Modi to inaugurate Civil Court to Swargate line on September 26

PM Modi will inaugurate the new underground metro corridor in Pune from Civil Court to Swargate on September 26.(HT PHOTO)
Published on Sep 25, 2024 02:28 PM IST

PCMC advances student safety through series of sustained initiatives

Since April this year, PCMC has partnered with the Muskaan Foundation to address the problem of child sexual abuse. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Updated on Aug 29, 2024 06:46 AM IST

PCMC seeks compensation for land demanded by Maha-Metro

PCMC has written to urban development department requesting compensation for the land demanded by Maha-Metro for PCMC to Nigdi elevated metro extension. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))
Updated on Aug 23, 2024 08:42 AM IST

Maha-Metro asks PCMC for 15 more locations for route extension

After securing 10 key locations, Maha-Metro has requested PCMC for 15 more sites for extension of Pimpri-Nigdi route. (HT FILE)
Updated on Aug 14, 2024 09:22 AM IST

PCMC pays 7.5 crore in wage dues to waste pickers as many still await justice

310 waste pickers who have collectively received 7.5 crore from the Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation between March and June as their wage difference for the period 2013 to 2015 under the Minimum Wages Act. (HT)
Updated on Aug 01, 2024 06:40 AM IST

Show cause notice issued to PMC & PCMC for pendency in issuing Ayushman cards

the Maharashtra government revamped the Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Jan Arogya Yojana (MJPJAY) making it universal (HT File)
Updated on Jul 22, 2024 11:10 AM IST

PCMC launches ‘BEAT Dengue’ campaign to eradicate dengue from twin city

The ‘BEAT Dengue’ campaign emphasises four key actions namely, be responsible, educate yourself and others, alert the PCMC Sarathi, and throw away stagnant water. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jul 16, 2024 05:18 AM IST

Sangvi-Bopodi bridge may be ready by August-end

However, due to delays in obtaining the required land from the National Agricultural Research Centre in Rahuri, the completion date has been extended to August 31, 2024. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jul 15, 2024 08:12 AM IST

PCMC earns AA+ stable rating for green municipal bonds 

PCMC intends to allocate resources towards non-motorised transport projects in the city, including developing cycling lanes, pedestrian-friendly infrastructure, and other sustainable transportation endeavours. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jul 11, 2024 07:02 AM IST

Work commences on PCMC-Nigdi Metro stretch, piers being set up near Bhakti-Shakti Chowk

The project, expected to be completed in 130 weeks, will include four stations: Chinchwad, Akurdi, Nigdi, and Bhakti-Shakti, with the viaduct comprising 1181 segments and 151 spans. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jul 07, 2024 05:12 AM IST

Indrayani river pollution: MPCB initiates legal action against three local bodies

According to the notice, the Wadgaon Nagar Panchayat and Talegaon-Dabhade Municipal Council are discharging through a nearby nullah three and 19 MLD of untreated sewage water, respectively. The local bodies have failed to provide sewage treatment plants (STPs) to treat 100% domestic effluent, causing pollution in the rivers. (HT FILE PHOTO)
Updated on Jul 03, 2024 08:10 AM IST

NGT orders PCMC to demolish 29 bungalows constructed in blue line area of Indrayani River

A case was registered with the NGT in 2020 regarding environmental violations, land use conversions, and the responsibility for environmental damage. (HT FILE PHOTO)
Updated on Jul 03, 2024 07:50 AM IST

Cholera outbreak in Bhosari under control, all 10 patients discharged

The civic body started surveillance in the area and set up a field hospital in Bhosari. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jun 27, 2024 05:56 AM IST

PCMC fire department issues notice to pvt hospitals

PCMC has issued notices to private hospitals registered with the civic body under the Nursing Home Act in the twin city. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))
Updated on Jun 21, 2024 08:20 AM IST

Work on PCMC-Nigdi metro extension route to halt for Palkhi procession

Pune Metro completed the tendering process of three metro stations on this route while the model code of conduct was operational. It has now started soil testing work on this route. (HT FILE)
Updated on Jun 18, 2024 05:26 AM IST

Contaminated water likely source of infection for cholera outbreak in Bhosari: PCMC

As per the laboratory reports three samples of stored drinking water by residents in the Wasti were found non-potable. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
Updated on Jun 17, 2024 05:30 AM IST

Cholera outbreak in Bhosari, seven hospitalised

The civic body has set up a field hospital in Bhosari after the outbreak. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Published on Jun 15, 2024 10:00 PM IST