Pune: CM Fadnavis Refers NIBM Annexe Activist’s Plea for Police Chowky, Road Safety to Home Department

Reported by Shoaib Tadvi
Mohammadwadi,27th October 2026: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has referred a representation by NIBM Annexe-based social activist Nitin D’Souza to the principal secretary of the state government’s Home Department for further action. The representation seeks the establishment of a police chowky, stricter traffic enforcement and urgent road safety measures in NIBM Annexe and Mohammadwadi.

The chief minister’s order, dated October 21, 2026, follows concerns raised by D’Souza over rising crime, alleged hooliganism, street racing, traffic violations and inadequate police presence in the rapidly developing residential areas.

Ward 41 corporator Nivrutti Anna Bandal has backed the demand, stressing the need for a permanent police presence and regular patrolling, particularly at night. He highlighted concerns about dangerous driving and late-night disturbances near Archana Kohinoor Glory.

“A police chowky is essential for Mohammadwadi and NIBM Annexe, considering the growing population and concerns over crime and public safety. Residents have been raising issues about hooliganism and street racing, particularly near Archana Kohinoor Glory. There must be regular police patrolling, especially at night, and strict action against those endangering the lives of residents and commuters. A police chowky will help improve police presence and enable a quicker response to complaints,” Bandal said.

A major concern highlighted in the representation is the fatal accident on September 21, 2026, in which 20-year-old Humzah Imran Shaikh Sarkar died and Qais Wasim Khan sustained serious injuries after a Hyva dumper hit them. The incident reportedly shook the local community and intensified demands for better traffic regulation, stronger enforcement and improved road safety.

D’Souza has urged the authorities to establish and operationalise a police chowky on a plot that he said had already been earmarked for the facility. He has expressed concern over the lack of progress and sought the chief minister’s intervention to expedite the process.

The activist has also called for strict enforcement of speed limits and action against rash and negligent driving, particularly involving heavy vehicles and dumpers. His demands include installing traffic signals, CCTV cameras, speed breakers and warning signage at vulnerable junctions, including Raheja Chowk.

Seeking stronger security measures, D’Souza has demanded regular night patrolling, vehicle checks and compulsory weekend nakabandi between 10 pm and 5 am. He has also called for measures to address drug-related concerns in NIBM Annexe and raised questions about the response citizens receive when calling the 112 police emergency helpline for assistance.

Bandal has emphasised that regular police patrolling is necessary to deter dangerous activities on residential roads and reassure residents travelling or returning home late at night.

The representation also raises concerns about civic infrastructure in NIBM Annexe and Mohammadwadi. D’Souza has criticised the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC), alleging that several roads in the area are in poor condition and that residents’ civic complaints remain unresolved.

He has sought intervention to ensure that the civic administration addresses pending issues and improves road conditions, particularly at junctions where traffic hazards have been reported. The demands call for coordinated action by the police and the PMC to improve traffic management, public safety and civic amenities.

D’Souza has further urged the authorities to conduct a thorough investigation into the September 21 fatal accident and establish accountability based on available evidence.

The representation outlines demands covering police infrastructure, traffic enforcement, night-time security, emergency response and civic facilities. Bandal’s support adds to the local demand for a dedicated police facility to address security concerns in the growing residential belt.

The representation has been referred to the Home Department for further action. However, the status of the proposed police chowky and the other demands remains unclear.

10 Demands

1. Establish and operationalise a police chowky on the designated plot.
2. Enforce speed limits and take action against rash and negligent driving, particularly by heavy vehicles and dumpers.
3. Install traffic signals, CCTV cameras, speed breakers and warning signs at vulnerable junctions, including Raheja Chowk.
4. Deploy traffic police, conduct regular night patrols and vehicle checks, and introduce weekend nakabandi from 10 pm to 5 am.
5. Take measures to address drug-related concerns and make NIBM Annexe drug-free.
6. Address complaints regarding responses to calls made to the 112 police emergency helpline.
7. Improve road conditions in NIBM Annexe and Mohammadwadi.
8. Resolve pending civic complaints raised by residents with the PMC.
9. Strengthen law-and-order measures and police patrolling in the locality.
10. Thoroughly investigate the September 21 fatal dumper accident and establish accountability based on available evidence.