The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has decided to finalize a timetable and distribution details for water proposed to be received from the Mulshi dam. Once these details are ready, the civic body will restart follow-ups with the state government to initiate the supply. The decision was taken during the PMC standing committee meeting on Friday, as confirmed by Shrinath Bhimale, chairman of the standing committee.
Water Supply for Scarcity-Hit Areas
According to civic officials, the 5 TMC of water sourced from Mulshi dam can be supplied to areas currently facing scarcity, including Mahalunge, Sus, Bavdhan, Nanded, Shivane, Dhayari, and surrounding localities. Rapidly growing areas like Baner and Balewadi could also benefit from the additional supply to meet rising demand. A state-appointed expert committee had recommended in 2025 that bringing Mulshi dam water to Pune was feasible to address the city's increasing water needs. Last year, PMC had raised this demand during a meeting with state irrigation minister Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil.
Security Measures After Bomb Hoax
Following a recent bomb scare hoax, PMC has decided to draft standard operating procedures (SOPs) to enhance security at civic buildings. Options under consideration include banning bouquets of flowers from being brought in, among other measures.
Road Construction and Health Scheme
In other key decisions, the standing committee cleared a spending of Rs 9.75 crore to expedite construction of a 12-meter-wide service road adjacent to the national highway in Warje. While work is underway on land already handed over to PMC, an additional 2,154 square meters is yet to be acquired. The committee also approved a proposal to streamline operations of the 'Late Ajitdada Pawar Urban Poor Health Scheme' for economically disadvantaged citizens. This will allow setting up independent cells across all 15 regional ward offices of PMC, ensuring easier access for patients suffering from cancer, kidney ailments, and heart disease who need financial medical assistance.
DBT for School Students
Additionally, a proposal was approved for financial assistance through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) scheme to students of PMC primary schools. The funds can be used for purchasing uniforms, shoes, socks, school bags, notebooks, stationery, sweaters, and other educational materials. PMC has allocated over Rs 22 crore for the 2026-27 academic year in the municipal budget.
