Pimpri-Chinchwad Police Meet RMC Plant Owners
Pimpri-Chinchwad Police Meet RMC Plant Owners
Pimpri Chinchwad, November 28, 2025: Pimpri-Chinchwad Police held an important meeting with owners and managers of Ready Mix Concrete (RMC) plants on Thursday evening to address the increasing number of road accidents in the Hinjawadi–Wakad IT corridor. The meeting took place at Hinjawadi Police Station and focused on safety measures, vehicle regulation, and accountability of heavy vehicle operators.
This year, the IT belt—which includes Bavdhan, Balewadi, Mhalunge, Hinjawadi, Marunji, Wakad, Punawale, Tathawade, Ravet and nearby areas—has reported 39 deaths in road accidents. Police officials said that heavy and slow-moving vehicles, including those linked to RMC plants, are a major contributing factor. In November alone, four fatal crashes were recorded under the Hinjawadi and Wakad Traffic Divisions, prompting concerns among daily commuters and residents.
Deputy Commissioner of Police (Zone 2) Vishal Gaikwad said 38 RMC plant owners and managers attended the meeting. He noted that the discussion was organised in response to public anger over repeated accidents in the IT hub.
Senior Police Inspector Balaji Pandhare, along with Traffic Inspectors Rahul Sonawane and Madhukar Thorat, briefed plant owners on road discipline and the need for strict adherence to safety norms. Pandhare said the police received a cooperative response and expect accident numbers to reduce with improved compliance.
Key points discussed in the meeting included:
- Strict action will be taken against RMC owners, managers, and drivers who violate traffic rules or operate vehicles unsafely.
- Plant owners requested flexibility in movement timings for heavy vehicles, to which police assured they would consider practical solutions.
- RMC units agreed to install side bumpers on their heavy vehicles to reduce the risk of pedestrians or riders falling under the wheels.
- Owners committed to employing only trained and experienced drivers, conducting regular briefings, and ensuring drivers are not under the influence of alcohol or substances.
- Plant operators asked police not to impose severe charges if accidents occur outside restricted heavy-vehicle hours.
- Police assured cooperation but clarified that leniency would depend on strict compliance with the commitments made by plant owners.
The police said continued monitoring and coordinated efforts are essential to improve road safety across the rapidly developing IT belt.
