Pune PMC Polls 2026: Ward 41 Residents Push Citizen-Driven Manifesto Ahead of Elections in Mohammadwadi, Undri, Pisoli and NIBM Annex

Mohammadwadi, 18th December 2025: Ahead of the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) Elections 2026, residents of Mohammadwadi, Undri, Pisoli and NIBM Annex in Ward 41 have come together to press aspirant leaders to commit to clearly defined citizen priorities. Locals say the upcoming civic polls will play a decisive role in shaping governance, infrastructure and quality of life in the rapidly growing southern parts of the city over the next five years.

The election holds added significance as it will be the first full-fledged PMC election since Undri and Pisoli were merged into the municipal limits in October 2017. While the merger had raised expectations of improved civic services and planned development, residents argue that several basic issues remain unresolved even eight years later.

In this backdrop, the Mohammadwadi–Undri Residents Welfare Development Foundation has begun preparing a Citizens’ Charter Manifesto for Ward 41. The initiative aims to create a non-political, citizen-driven document that captures residents’ everyday civic challenges and long-term aspirations. The manifesto will be shared with all aspirant leaders and candidates contesting the PMC Elections 2026, and is expected to serve as a benchmark for accountability during the next civic term.

According to residents, water supply continues to be one of the most pressing concerns, with irregular supply, tanker dependence, low pressure and uneven distribution affecting daily life. They are seeking assurances of a reliable and sustainable water supply system that keeps pace with rapid urbanisation in the area.

Roads, traffic and urban infrastructure are another major pain point. Poor road conditions, traffic congestion, missing footpaths and unsafe pedestrian crossings have made daily commuting both difficult and risky. Citizens are demanding time-bound infrastructure projects and better traffic management to improve road safety.

Sewage and storm water infrastructure also feature prominently in the residents’ demands. Incomplete sewage pipelines, overflowing chambers and inadequate storm water drainage have resulted in unhygienic conditions and frequent waterlogging during the monsoon. Locals are calling for a comprehensive underground sewage and drainage network across Ward 41.

Encroachments on public land have further compounded civic problems, residents say. Illegal structures on roads, footpaths, open spaces and green areas have reduced public access and worsened congestion. Citizens are seeking strict enforcement, protection of public land and restoration of encroached spaces.

Safety and security concerns, particularly for women, children and senior citizens, have also been flagged. Inadequate street lighting, limited police presence and the lack of surveillance infrastructure have heightened fears. Residents are demanding safer streets, improved lighting and stronger coordination between civic and law enforcement agencies.

Environmental pollution has emerged as another critical issue. Residents allege that unauthorised ready-mix concrete (RMC) plants are operating in parts of Ward 41, causing severe air and noise pollution and affecting public health. They have demanded immediate action to shut down such facilities.

The Foundation has invited residents to submit their inputs through a Google Form survey to ensure that the Citizens’ Charter Manifesto reflects a broad cross-section of voices. Plans are also underway to hold meetings with resident groups across Mohammadwadi, Undri, Pisoli and NIBM Annex to deepen public engagement.
“Aspirant leaders must understand that this election is a defining moment for Ward 41. Citizens are no longer satisfied with vague assurances. They want clear commitments, timelines and accountability,” a representative of the Mohammadwadi–Undri Residents Welfare Development Foundation said.

The Foundation has appealed to residents to actively participate in shaping the charter, stating that informed and collective citizen input before voting will help define the development agenda for the area.

As the PMC Elections 2026 draw closer, residents of Ward 41 say they intend to ensure that their voices are heard and their priorities remain at the centre of the civic debate.