PCMC Bans Installation Of Swings And Amusement Rides On Open and Reserved PlotsÂ
PCMC Bans Installation Of Swings And Amusement Rides On Open and Reserved Plots ( representational Image )
Pimpri, August 22, 2025: Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has announced a complete ban on the installation of swings, merry-go-rounds, trampolines, inflatable houses, and various amusement rides in open spaces, gardens, playgrounds, and reserved plots under its jurisdiction.
Commissioner and Administrator Shekhar Singh issued directives to all relevant departments and regional offices to ensure that no such equipment is installed without permission and to prevent unauthorized use of these public spaces.
PCMC grounds and reserved plots are often rented out for festivals, exhibitions, and various events where such amusement rides are installed to attract more visitors, including children. However, incidents of equipment malfunction and accidents have raised serious safety concerns, with the potential for injuries or even fatalities.
Key Issues Highlighted by PCMC
- Poor maintenance and substandard quality of swings and rides pose injury risks, especially to children.
- Unauthorized operators charge fees by illegally setting up equipment on public property.
- Improper structural design of mechanical rides increases accident risks.
- Occupied areas limit space for walking, exercising, and outdoor games.
- Some rides are installed near roads, obstructing traffic and increasing accident hazards.
- Lack of hygiene and sanitization poses infection risks to children.
- Loud music and inflatable houses with speakers disturb residents and create social tensions.
