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In its latest pre-monsoon survey, Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) identified 82 structurally unsafe buildings, issuing emergency notices to mitigate potential monsoon hazards. This marks an improvement from 132 unsafe buildings flagged in 2024 and 125 in 2023, reflecting better compliance and proactive repairs by property owners. Of the 82 buildings, four require immediate demolition, eleven need urgent evacuation and repairs, sixteen need major repairs, and fifty-one need minor fixes. Nine previously unsafe buildings have already been repaired or demolished. PCMC is also acting on its own assets, recently demolishing a deteriorated civic school building. These annual surveys aim to prevent building collapses during heavy rains. PCMC urges all property owners to comply with safety notices promptly. Through vigilant monitoring and community cooperation, the civic body seeks to enhance public safety ahead of the monsoon season.
The Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) issued emergency notices to 82 buildings that were determined to be structurally unsafe during its most recent pre-monsoon survey earlier this week, in an important move to protect locals in advance of the upcoming monsoon season. This initiative is part of the civic body's ongoing efforts to prevent accidents caused by dilapidated buildings during heavy rains. Advertisement
The number of buildings flagged this year shows a notable reduction compared to previous years, with 132 unsafe buildings identified in 2024 and 125 in 2023. This decline is largely due to increased awareness among property owners and timely action taken in response to earlier notices, including repairs and demolitions.
The structures have been classified based on their condition and required urgency of action: four buildings have been declared fit only for immediate demolition; eleven require urgent evacuation followed by repair; sixteen need major repairs but do not mandate evacuation; while fifty-one demand minor repair work. Inspectors also noted that nine buildings previously marked as unsafe have since been repaired or demolished, reflecting successful enforcement of safety regulations.
In addition to private properties, PCMC has taken action on its own assets, having recently demolished a deteriorated civic school building and planning to dismantle another in the near future. These steps further demonstrate the municipal corporation's commitment to public safety.
The PCMC undertakes such comprehensive surveys annually to identify potential risks that may escalate during the monsoon. Building owners have been urged to respond promptly to notices and comply with guidelines to ensure structural stability and safety.
Through these measures, PCMC aims to minimise the risk of building collapses and protect citizens from monsoon-related hazards. Continued cooperation from residents and vigilant monitoring remain vital components of this public safety strategy.
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