Keshav Nagar Residents Raise Water, Road and Traffic Issues With PMC Commissioner
Keshav Nagar, 21st August 2026: Residents of Keshav Nagar have raised concerns over inadequate water supply, road safety, traffic congestion and pending infrastructure works in the area, with the Keshav Nagar Welfare Association (KENWA) submitting a memorandum to Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) Commissioner Naval Kishore Ram.
KENWA is a registered citizen group representing residents of Keshav Nagar and works on civic infrastructure, environmental and governance-related issues.
The association, led by Director Sudhir Srivastav, met the PMC Commissioner along with civic representatives Capt. Prahlad Karwande, Anil Bhandwalkar, Smita Bhoot and Arjun Khedekar. The memorandum highlighted several issues affecting residents in Ward 15.
One of the key demands was an inspection and rectification of the sharp curve near the Kharadi-Keshav Nagar bridge, which the association said poses a road safety risk. KENWA has also sought demarcation of road boundaries, construction of footpaths and removal of encroachments near the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Chowk Y-Junction towards Army Dairy and Z Corner.
The association has also urged the PMC to expedite the proposed Keshav Nagar-Amanora underpass, stating that the project could provide an alternative route and reduce pressure on existing roads.
Water supply remains another major concern raised by residents. According to KENWA, around 60% of housing societies in the area do not have municipal water connections and depend on private tankers. The association has sought an extension of the PMC pipeline network to these societies.
Residents have also sought immediate traffic management measures at Lonkar Vasti Chowk, Bhoi Vasti X Chowk near Renuka Devi Temple, Manjari Road Chowk near Tukai Mata Temple and Mahatma Phule Chowk in Mundhwa.
According to the association, commuters can take 35 to 40 minutes to cover a stretch of around one kilometre during congestion, affecting school buses, daily commuters and emergency services.
KENWA has also sought greater transparency in civic works. The association has asked the PMC to provide copies of approved work orders, ensure contractors display project details at construction sites and allow taxpayers access to third-party quality audit reports.
“We have submitted past reminders to the PMC paving, water, and ward offices. Today, we urged Commissioner Mr. Naval Kishore Ram to take immediate, direct action to resolve these critical issues,” Srivastav said.
The association has sought written confirmation from the PMC on the status of the issues raised and the corrective measures proposed.
