Pune: Water Supply Tops Agenda at ‘Know Your Candidate’ Meet in Undri–Mohamadwadi–Pisoli
Pune: Water Supply Tops Agenda at ‘Know Your Candidate’ Meet in Undri–Mohamadwadi–Pisoli
Pune, January 6, 2026: Water supply emerged as the most discussed and pressing issue during the ‘Know Your Candidate’ meeting organised by Pune Pulse in association with the Mohamadwadi Undri Residents Welfare Development Foundation (MURWDF) at the Ganga Glitz Society garden in Undri on January 4, 2026. The interactive programme brought together residents from Undri, Mohamadwadi and Pisoli with candidates contesting the upcoming Pune Municipal Corporation elections, providing a direct platform for dialogue on civic challenges and development priorities.
Candidates from multiple political parties participated in the meeting and shared their vision for the development of the merged villages. Representing the Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) were Pramod Vasant Bhangire, Swati Ananta Takle and Machindra Dagade. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was represented by Snehal Dagade, Atul Tarawade, Prachi Alhat and Jeevan Jadhav. From the Nationalist Congress Party (Ajit Pawar faction), Shweta Ghule, Nivrutti Anna Bandal and Ashwini Suryavanshi took part, while Vijay Dagade represented the Congress.
Residents used the opportunity to raise a wide range of civic concerns affecting daily life in the rapidly growing areas of Undri, Mohamadwadi and Pisoli. The issue of drinking water supply dominated the discussion, with citizens highlighting irregular supply, low pressure and the urgent need for a sustainable long-term solution. Alongside water, residents flagged problems related to drainage lines, traffic congestion, lack of efficient public transport, incomplete and poorly maintained DP roads, and the need for better sports and recreational amenities for youth and senior citizens.
Participants also stressed the importance of planned development, improved waste management, road safety measures and stronger civic infrastructure to match the pace of residential growth in the region. Several residents expressed concern that despite being merged into the Pune Municipal Corporation, basic amenities continue to lag behind.
A key highlight of the programme was the submission of a Citizens’ Manifesto to all participating candidates. The charter was prepared by MURWDF based on the findings of a resident poll that witnessed massive participation from local citizens, reflecting collective priorities rather than isolated demands. The manifesto outlines clear expectations from future elected representatives, with water security and infrastructure development at its core.
Candidates assured residents that the issues raised would be taken seriously and committed to working towards practical solutions if elected. The meeting concluded on a constructive note, reinforcing the importance of citizen participation and informed voting in shaping accountable and responsive local governance.
