Pune: Newly Elected Corporators Meet Citizens at Ganga Kingston Society, Mohammadwadi
Mohammadwadi, 18th January 2026: A grand felicitation function for newly elected corporators was held on Sunday at the clubhouse of Ganga Kingston Society, Mohammadwadi, with a large turnout of residents from NIBM Annexe and surrounding neighbourhoods. The event aimed to strengthen direct engagement between citizens and their newly elected representatives and to provide a platform to discuss pressing civic issues.
The programme was organised by Anzar Rade along with prominent social worker Jaymala Dhankikar, Hussain Shaikh and Sadik Khan. Speaking at the event, Rade said the initiative was meant to bridge the gap between citizens and their elected representatives. “After elections, citizens often struggle to reach their corporators. This programme was organised to make that connect easier and more meaningful,” he said. “When citizens and representatives sit together, problems get addressed faster. Such interactions ensure accountability and transparency in public works.”
Highlighting residents’ concerns, Jaymala Dhankikar said people from NIBM Annexe and Mohammadwadi are facing several long-pending civic issues that affect daily life. “These include traffic congestion at key junctions, poor road conditions, inadequate drainage leading to waterlogging during the monsoon, irregular water supply, parking problems and pedestrian safety concerns, especially near schools and residential complexes,” she said. Dhankikar added that rapid residential growth in the area has not been matched with proportional upgrades in civic infrastructure, making coordinated and sustained action by elected representatives essential.
The newly elected corporators — Prachi Alhat, Shweta Ghule, Nivrutti Bandal and Atul Tarawade — were felicitated with bouquets and shawls amid applause from residents.
Prachi Alhat said, “Citizens have placed immense trust in us. Our priority will be basic civic amenities such as roads, water supply and cleanliness. We will ensure transparent functioning and regular communication with residents. Development will be planned based on actual local needs.”
Shweta Ghule said, “Citizen connect programmes strengthen democracy at the grassroots level. Listening to people directly helps in better decision-making. I am committed to resolving local issues with speed and sensitivity. Women’s safety and neighbourhood infrastructure will receive special attention.”
Nivrutti Bandal said, “Public participation is essential for sustainable development. We will ensure citizens’ grievances are addressed on priority. Inclusive growth across all sections of society will remain our focus. Cooperation between citizens and corporators will help achieve long-term solutions.”
Atul Tarawade said, “The real responsibility of an elected representative begins after the election results. Citizens’ concerns will guide our actions and policies. Together, we can improve traffic management, civic facilities and overall quality of life in the area.”
The corporators also appreciated the proactive role played by society residents in raising civic issues and working collaboratively for solutions.
Society chairman Parikshit Kekade, who proposed the vote of thanks, said, “We thank the corporators for accepting our invitation and interacting openly with residents. Such platforms help build trust and mutual understanding. We hope more citizen-centric programmes like this will be organised regularly.”
Society office-bearers and residents, including Secretary Daljeet Goraya, Priyadarshan Singh, Hitesh Chandwani, Sakku Ganesh, Shrikant Iyer, Arul Horizon, Nadeem Inamdar, Social activist Hussain Shaikh and Sudhir Kokil were present.
Residents demanded that more such citizen connect programmes be organised regularly to ensure continuous dialogue and effective resolution of civic issues.
