From Promises To Progress: A Bold Blueprint To Transform Wanowrie–Salunke Vihar

Wanowrie–Salunke Vihar is more than just a civic ward—it is a living community that represents shared identity, aspirations, and responsibility. From ensuring the safety of families to creating opportunities for youth and dignity for senior citizens, the future of Ward No. 18 depends on focused governance and long-term planning. As the Pune Municipal Corporation General Election 2026 approaches, voters are being urged to support a vision that prioritises holistic and sustainable development.

On 15 January 2026, residents of Wanowrie–Salunke Vihar will cast their votes to elect representatives who pledge accountable leadership and people-centric development. Contesting from Ward 18 are Adv. Kedari Sahil Shivaji, Jagtap Ratnaprabha Sudam, Jambhulkar Shamika Praful, and Jagtap Prashant Sudam, the official candidates of the Indian National Congress – Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) Alliance.

The candidates have outlined an extensive development roadmap aimed at addressing long-pending civic issues while preparing the ward for future growth.

KEY COMMITMENTS FOR WARD 18

SAFETY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT

•   Complete CCTV surveillance across Wanowrie to curb criminal activity and enhance women’s safety
•   Relocation of Wanowrie Police Station to Samvidhan Chowk for improved accessibility
•   Introduction of mobile police patrol units to ensure a molestation-free, theft-free and silence-zone ward
•   Launch of an emergency helpline for women & senior citizens

GREEN SPACES AND INFRASTRUCTURE

•   Development of a Biodiversity Park in the forest area
•   Development of all reserved plots within the ward
•   Construction of a 9-acre international-standard sports stadium at Survey No. 65, Samvidhan Chowk
•   Creation of a parking facility and EV charging station over 3 acres at the same site

WATER, ENVIRONMENT AND CLEANLINESS

•   Making high-capacity water tanks in NIBM and Ghorpadi fully operational to resolve water scarcity
•   Ensuring 12-hour daily water supply (morning and evening), making the ward tanker-free
•   Beautification and deodorisation of the NIBM–Wanowrie–Sopanbaug nullah
•   Creation of Zero Garbage Spots to give the ward a cleaner identity
•   Closure or replacement of the waste processing project causing stench in surrounding localities

EMPLOYMENT, YOUTH AND SOCIAL WELFARE

•   Establishment of a Women’s Udyog Bhavan to generate employment
•   Setting up a competitive exam and career training centre for MPSC, UPSC, job and business-oriented skills
•   Opening of recreation, assistance and guidance centres for senior citizens, ex-servicemen and retired citizens
•   Launch of five crèches (day-care centres) to provide safe, home-like care for children

TRAFFIC AND MOBILITY

•   Making Wanowrie–Salunke Vihar traffic-free with traffic wardens at major junctions
•   Installation of AI-enabled traffic signal systems wherever feasible
•   Underpass at Bakers Point Chowk to ease congestion in the NIBM area

  Construction of flyovers or grade separators at:

•      93 Avenue Chowk   Kalubai Mandir Chowk
•      Ramtekdi Corner
•   Development of:
•      Foot overbridge with escalators and lifts at
•        Fatimanagar Chowk
•      Overbridge between ABC Farm Chowk and
•        Shamrao Vitthal Bank

FUTURE CONNECTIVITY

•   Persistent follow-up for the Solapur Road Metro project
•   Advocacy for the Monorail project passing through Wanowrie

A COMMITMENT TO DELIVERY

The candidates reiterate a clear promise:

“Every commitment that was given has been fulfilled. Every commitment that is being given will be fulfilled.”

As Wanowrie–Salunke Vihar looks toward a safer, cleaner, and more inclusive future, this election presents an opportunity for residents to support a structured vision rooted in accountability and development.