Pune: Kondhwa Resident Alleges Wastewater Discharge from VIIT College, Plans to Raise Issue During Amit Thackeray’s Visit
Kondhwa, 29th August 2026: A Kondhwa resident has raised concerns over the alleged discharge of wastewater from the vicinity of VIIT College onto a public road and near her residence, claiming that the issue has created unhygienic conditions and persistent inconvenience for local residents.
Sushila Jha, who lives behind VIIT College in Kondhwa, has been highlighting the issue through videos and social media posts for the past month. However, she claims that the problem has existed for a much longer period.
According to Jha, wastewater allegedly flows onto the road and accumulates near her house for a significant part of the day, causing foul odour and waterlogging in the area. She said the situation has made the surroundings unhygienic and raised concerns about the health of residents.
“This problem has continued for a long time. Why should my family and other residents suffer because of someone else’s waste?” Jha said.
She has been posting reels and videos on social media, urging the concerned authorities and the college management to address the issue at its source and ensure a permanent solution.
“The water is allegedly drained right in front of my house and we have to live with it every day. I want the authorities to take accountability and stop releasing the water onto the road,” she said.
Jha further claimed that while efforts have been made in the area to improve the road infrastructure, the ongoing work has created additional difficulties for residents. Parts of the locality have become muddy and slippery, making it challenging for pedestrians and two-wheeler riders to move through the area.
“First, we were struggling with dirty and stagnant water, and now the road has become muddy due to the work. How are residents supposed to walk or travel through this?” she questioned.
Meanwhile, Jha said she plans to raise the issue during Amit Thackeray’s scheduled visit to the VIIT College on Monday. She intends to request him to visit the affected location near her residence and personally witness the conditions she and other residents claim to be facing.
According to Jha, showing the actual situation on the ground is important for the issue to receive attention and for a permanent solution to be explored.
The residents now hope that the alleged wastewater discharge issue, along with the difficulties caused by the ongoing roadwork, will be addressed by the concerned authorities. As Jha continues her campaign through social media and plans to raise the matter during Monday’s visit, the focus remains on whether a long-term solution can be found to ensure cleaner and safer surroundings for the residents.
