From Pune Metro Noise to Water Supply, Kalyani Nagar Issues Flagged at Know Your Candidate Meet

Kalyani Nagar, 10th January 2026: Residents of Kalyani Nagar interacted directly with candidates from major political parties during a ‘Know Your Candidate’ (KYC) meet held on Friday, January 9, 2026, at the library on the ground floor of Joggers Park, Kalyani Nagar. The interaction was organised by the TSKN trustees and life members to facilitate dialogue between voters and candidates ahead of the civic elections.

The meeting saw participation from four candidates representing the BJP and the NCP, along with one candidate each from the Congress and the Shiv Sena. A large number of Kalyani Nagar residents attended the session.

The programme began with TSKN Chairperson Rachna Aggarwal welcoming the candidates and residents. This was followed by a brief explanation of the voting process by Jaffar, Secretary of TSKN, to familiarise attendees with polling procedures.

Each political party was allotted 10 minutes to outline its vision and development agenda for Kalyani Nagar.

Representing the BJP, Yogesh Mulik highlighted infrastructure works undertaken since 2017, including the Ramwadi underpass, footpath and road widening near Bishop’s School, development of PMC grounds, stormwater drainage projects, a public library, and an open gym at Joggers Park. Outlining his vision for Kalyani Nagar, Mulik said licensed hawkers would be shifted to designated hawker zones, illegal banners would be banned, and a dedicated civic van would visit housing societies to resolve local issues.

He also mentioned plans to open the HSBC–Gunjan Chowk road, make the area tanker-free, and develop a community hall on the Wadia plot amenity space. BJP candidate Narayan Galande proposed monthly meetings with residents to collaboratively address local concerns.

From the Shiv Sena, advocate Satish Mullik spoke about development plan studies, increasing the frequency of ‘ghanta gadi’ garbage collection, and improving water supply management. He pointed out the need for rainwater harvesting, addressing river pollution, and planning for the city’s growing population.

NCP representatives raised concerns about commercialisation in residential areas, hawkers occupying footpaths, traffic congestion, inadequate water supply, sewage line issues, noise pollution, and irregular tree trimming and garden waste collection. NCP leader Sachin Bhagat said solving water supply issues for Kalyani Nagar’s estimated population of 18,000 would be a priority.

Residents used the platform to raise several long-pending civic issues and sought clear action plans from candidates. These included concerns over metro-related noise, stormwater drainage problems leading to flooding in housing societies, pothole-ridden roads, and damaged footpaths. On the issue of metro noise, Sunil Tingre assured residents of support in raising the matter with the guardian minister and senior Maha Metro officials, while NCP representatives suggested soundproofing measures in tunnel sections and regular maintenance.

Other issues highlighted included cleanliness and traffic problems near Silver Oak residences, fire safety concerns in eateries, the need for a dedicated towing van in Kalyani Nagar, removal of flex boards and banners by January 31, misuse of amenity spaces for commercial activities, noise disturbances affecting senior citizens, and the operation of play schools and restaurants in standalone residential buildings.

Residents also raised concerns regarding fibre optic cable installations and stressed the need for easier accessibility to elected corporators, along with defined timelines for resolving civic complaints.

The KYC meet concluded with residents urging candidates to maintain regular communication and accountability if elected, underscoring the importance of participatory governance in addressing Kalyani Nagar’s civic challenges.