Pune: Raheja Vista Phase 3 Residents Allege Drainage System Failure As Foul Sewage Overflows On Road 

Pune, July 11, 2026: Residents of Raheja Vista Phase 3 in NIBM Annexe, Mohammadwadi have alleged that overflowing drainage lines have turned internal roads into streams of foul-smelling sewage, creating what they describe as a serious public health emergency. Citizens claim the problem has persisted despite repeated complaints to the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC), forcing pedestrians, schoolchildren and senior citizens to navigate through contaminated water every day.

The overflowing sewage has spread across the roads near residential buildings, emitting an unbearable stench and raising fears of the outbreak of water-borne diseases during the monsoon. Residents said the stagnant wastewater has made daily commuting difficult and hazardous, while also increasing the risk of mosquito breeding.

Locals alleged that the drainage infrastructure in the locality has either collapsed or is severely inadequate to handle the sewage load. They said the situation worsens after every spell of rain, with filthy water overflowing from drainage chambers and spreading across the roads for several hours.

Resident Jaymala Dhankikar said the situation has become unbearable and accused the civic administration of ignoring repeated complaints.

“Residents are living in unhygienic conditions because sewage is flowing openly on the roads. The foul smell is unbearable and there is a genuine fear of diseases. We have complained several times but there has been no permanent solution. The PMC must immediately repair the drainage system before the situation deteriorates further,” she said.

Resident Shoaib Shaikh said citizens have lost patience due to the recurring problem.

“Every monsoon the same issue returns. Families, children and senior citizens are forced to walk through dirty sewage water. It reflects a complete failure of civic planning and maintenance. The authorities cannot continue to ignore such a serious public health issue,” he said.

Another resident, Jumman Shaikh, said the overflowing sewage poses a danger not only to residents but also to visitors and delivery personnel entering the township.

“People are forced to step into contaminated water just to enter or leave their homes. This is unacceptable in a modern residential area. Immediate desilting and reconstruction of the damaged drainage network is the need of the hour,” he said.

Echoing similar concerns, Anzar Rade said residents pay taxes expecting basic civic infrastructure.

“We are not asking for luxury. We are demanding basic sanitation and safe roads. Overflowing sewage in a residential locality is a direct threat to public health. PMC officials must inspect the site immediately and undertake permanent repairs instead of temporary measures,” he said.

Resident Jay Nair alleged that the recurring drainage overflow indicates deeper infrastructure deficiencies.

“The problem has become chronic. Temporary cleaning provides relief for only a short period before the sewage starts overflowing again. A comprehensive technical assessment and long-term solution are urgently required. Residents deserve better civic services,” he said.

Residents have urged the Pune Municipal Corporation to immediately deploy engineering teams to inspect the drainage network, remove blockages, repair damaged pipelines and implement a permanent solution before the ongoing monsoon further aggravates the situation. They warned that if prompt action is not taken, the overflowing sewage could lead to serious health complications and pose a significant risk to the thousands of families residing in the NIBM Annexe-Mohammadwadi area.

Ganesh said the overflowing sewage has become a daily ordeal for residents and reflects years of neglected civic infrastructure. “This is not an isolated incident but a recurring civic failure. Residents should not be forced to live amid overflowing sewage despite paying property taxes. The PMC must immediately undertake a scientific inspection of the drainage network, fix the root cause and ensure such incidents do not recur. Public health cannot be compromised any longer,” he said.