Pune: PMC To File FIRs, Impose Fines On Unauthorized Banners And Flex Boards
Pune: PMC To File FIRs, Impose Fines On Unauthorized Banners And Flex Boards
Pune, October 7, 2025 – The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has issued a strict warning against the installation of unauthorized flex boards, banners, and hoardings across the city. According to a press release from the PMC’s Information and Public Relations Department, such installations not only obstruct traffic but also increase the risk of accidents and contribute to the visual deterioration of the city.
Effective immediately, any individual found installing unauthorized banners or flex boards without prior permission from the PMC will face legal action. A fine of ₹1,000 per board will be imposed, and any expenses incurred in removing these boards will be recovered from the defaulters.
Printing presses are also instructed not to print any banners or flex boards without obtaining prior approval from the PMC. They must ensure all required permits, including machine limits and stock licenses, are in place before continuing operations.
Assistant Commissioners are tasked with ensuring no unauthorized banners or flex boards are displayed in their respective areas. Those found negligent will be held accountable.
“The city police will register FIRs against offenders under the Maharashtra Prevention of Defacement of Property Act, 1995, to prevent defacement of public property, ” said Naval Kishore Ram, Municipal Commissioner, Pune Municipal Corporation.
