Pune: Residents Raise Alarm Over Hazardous Wires Near Gold Adlabs Chowk In Kalyani Nagar

Kalyani Nagar, 9th October 2023: Residents of Kalyani Nagar are urging the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) to take immediate action against hazardous wires strewn across roads and footpaths near Gold Adlabs Chowk. The wires pose a significant safety risk to both pedestrians and motorists, leading to a series of near-accidents and damage to vehicles.

According to local residents, the wires are not only obstructing pathways but also creating a potentially fatal situation. “The current state of our footpaths is alarming and frustrating. We are contending with the inconvenience of dodging wires and the very real fear of accidents,” said Monica S, a resident of Kalyani Nagar.

The low-hanging wires often get entangled in vehicle mirrors, causing damage to both the vehicle and the wire itself. “These wires have turned our peaceful walks into anxiety-filled experiences. It’s disheartening to see our public spaces neglected like this,” added Munir Vastani, another concerned resident.

Immediate Measures Proposed

Residents have proposed a series of measures that the PMC should implement urgently:

1. Relocate Wires Underground: Shifting the wires beneath the ground would eliminate obstructions and the risk of accidents caused by low-hanging wires.
2. Impose Fines on Responsible Companies: Companies negligent in hanging these wires should be held accountable and fined to deter future irresponsibility.
3. Regular Inspections: The PMC should conduct routine checks to identify and remove similar hazards.
4. Install CCTV Cameras: Surveillance cameras should be installed in areas prone to such issues to monitor and track any illegal activities related to wire installations.

A Call for Action

“It’s high time the authorities take action to remove these hazards and restore our footpaths as safe and accessible pathways for pedestrians,” said Aaditya Patil, a resident who is particularly concerned about the issue.

Senior officials from the PMC were unavailable for comment at the time of publishing this report.