Pune: In Pisoli, Basic Civic Amenities Remain Just Another Election Promise
Pune: In Pisoli, Basic Civic Amenities Remain Just Another Election Promise
Pune, July 14, 2026: Pisoli has become a part of the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC), but for thousands of residents, basic civic amenities remain nothing more than election promises. While citizens continue to pay property tax, GST, fuel tax, road tax and various other government levies, they are still forced to live amid overflowing drains, stagnant sewage, and waterlogged roads.
One of the most glaring examples is the chronic drainage overflow near Padmavati Aai Temple and the Dharmavat Petrol Pump. For several years, residents have repeatedly complained to PMC, yet no permanent solution has been provided. Every monsoon, sewage spills onto public roads, creating unbearable foul odour, unhygienic conditions, traffic inconvenience, and a serious public health hazard.
Equally alarming is the condition near Unnati Avenue, where rainwater continues to remain accumulated even though the rains stopped nearly a week ago. Instead of draining away, stagnant water has remained on the roads while nearby drainage lines continue to overflow, exposing the complete failure of the area’s storm-water drainage and sewerage infrastructure.
Residents say these are not isolated incidents but recurring problems that have been brought to the notice of PMC on numerous occasions. Yet, year after year, temporary measures replace permanent engineering solutions.
Stagnant water has become a breeding ground for mosquitoes, increasing the risk of dengue, malaria, chikungunya and other water-borne diseases. Overflowing sewage exposes families, children, senior citizens and daily commuters to unnecessary health risks. Such conditions are unacceptable in a city that claims to be one of India’s fastest-growing urban centres.
The people of Pisoli are asking a simple but important question:
If Pisoli is good enough to collect taxes from, why is it not good enough to receive basic civic infrastructure?
The responsibility cannot rest solely with PMC officials. The elected Member of Parliament, Member of the Legislative Assembly, and local public representatives must also answer why these long-pending issues continue despite repeated complaints. Public representatives seek votes from Pisoli during every election; the time has now come to deliver visible development instead of assurances.
Rapid urbanisation has transformed Pisoli into a densely populated residential hub, yet the civic infrastructure has failed to keep pace. Many areas still lack an adequate underground drainage network and efficient storm-water disposal system, resulting in the same crisis every monsoon.
Residents are no longer demanding temporary pumping of water or superficial repairs. They are demanding a comprehensive drainage master plan, immediate execution of underground sewer and storm-water drainage works, and a time-bound action plan that can be monitored by the public.
Development cannot be measured through speeches, foundation stones or social media posts. It is measured by whether citizens can walk on clean roads, whether sewage remains inside drains instead of flowing onto streets, and whether rainwater disappears within hours instead of remaining for days.
Pisoli is not asking for special treatment. It is asking for equal treatment.
How many more monsoons will Pisoli have to endure before the Pune Municipal Corporation and its elected representatives finally fulfil their most basic responsibility?
Sameer Shaikh shared a video highlighting the persistent drainage overflow near Dharmawat Petrol Pump. Expressing his concern, he said, “Drainage water continuously flows in front of our shops, causing immense inconvenience to customers and passers-by. The foul smell and unhygienic conditions are affecting our business as well as public health. Despite repeated complaints, the issue remains unresolved. We urge the authorities to take immediate and permanent corrective action instead of temporary measures.”
Supradnya Joshi, a local resident, expressed deep concern over the condition of the area, saying, “It is heartbreaking to see Warkaris, who undertake this sacred pilgrimage with devotion, being forced to walk through overflowing sewage and stagnant drainage water. Such a situation is a matter of shame for all of us. Unfortunately, despite repeated complaints and the dignity that these pilgrims deserve, the Pune Municipal Corporation has failed to provide even the most basic sanitation and drainage infrastructure. Our Warkaris deserve respect, not sewage-filled roads.”
