Pune: PMC Sets November 1 Deadline to Resolve Undri RMC Plant Issue; Illegal Units to Face Immediate Closure
Reported by Shoaib Tadvi
Shivajinagar, 6th July 2026: The long-pending issue of Ready-Mix Concrete (RMC) plants operating near residential societies in Undri moved a step forward on Monday after a delegation of residents, accompanied by Baramati MP Supriya Sule, met Pune Municipal Commissioner Naval Kishore Ram at the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) headquarters.
The meeting focused on residents’ concerns over alleged air pollution, deteriorating roads, groundwater depletion, heavy vehicle movement, and the impact of the RMC plants on nearby residential areas and Autadewadi Lake.
During the meeting, Commissioner Naval Kishore Ram assured residents that any RMC plant found to be operating illegally would be shut down immediately. He also directed the concerned PMC officials to visit the site without delay and carry out a detailed inspection.
The Commissioner further said that if the plants are found to be operating legally, the PMC will verify whether they comply with all applicable norms, including the prescribed distance from residential areas and other statutory requirements. If any violations are found, appropriate action will be initiated.
He also assured residents that the PMC would coordinate with the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) during the inspection process and that the issue would be resolved within the next three months. He set November 1 as the deadline to complete the verification process.
“The concerns raised by the residents have been taken seriously, and I have immediately directed the concerned officials to visit the site and conduct an inspection. If any RMC plant is found to be operating illegally, it will be shut down immediately. If a plant is found to be operating legally, we will verify whether it complies with all applicable rules, including the prescribed distance from residential areas and other statutory norms. If any violations are found, appropriate action will be taken. We will also coordinate with the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board during the inspection. We will make every effort to resolve the issue within the next three months, and I have set November 1 as the deadline to complete the process. If action is warranted after the verification, the plant will be closed by then,” Commissioner Naval Kishore Ram said.
Supriya Sule Seeks Immediate Action
After the meeting, MP Supriya Sule said she had once again raised the issue before the PMC Commissioner and stressed that illegal RMC plants should not be allowed to continue operating.
“I have once again raised the issue of the RMC plants in Undri. If any RMC plant is found to be operating illegally, it should be shut down immediately. I discussed the matter with the PMC Commissioner, and if any plant is illegal, it will be closed today itself. The concerned officials have already been instructed to visit the site immediately. For the plants that are operating legally, the authorities will examine whether they comply with all applicable rules and take action accordingly,” she said.
Residents Voice Frustration
Residents from Godrej Prana, Tata Inora Park, and nearby housing societies attended the meeting and shared their grievances directly with the Commissioner.
They said they have been pursuing the issue for nearly two years, repeatedly approaching the Pune Municipal Corporation, the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board, and elected representatives. Despite several inspections and assurances, they alleged that no permanent action had been taken.
Residents claimed that cement dust from the RMC plants has affected air quality, causing respiratory problems, allergies, and breathing difficulties, particularly among children, senior citizens, and people with asthma. They also raised concerns over the continuous movement of cement mixers and dumpers, alleging that the heavy vehicles have severely damaged public roads and increased the risk of accidents due to rash driving.
The delegation further expressed concern over the alleged impact of the RMC plants on Autadewadi Lake and groundwater levels, claiming that excessive water consumption and construction activities in the vicinity are adversely affecting the local ecosystem.
Commissioner Naval Kishore Ram heard each concern raised during the meeting, noted the residents’ grievances, and assured them that every issue would be thoroughly examined during the inspection.
The meeting concluded with the PMC setting November 1 as the deadline to complete the verification process and determine the future of the RMC plants. Residents welcomed the assurance but said they would closely monitor the progress of the inspections and expect the civic administration to act within the timeline announced by the Commissioner.
