Representative picture of traffic in Hinjewadi
Hinjewadi Residents Demand Infrastructure Improvements Amid Protests
Residents of Hinjewadi in Pune organized a silent protest on Sunday, despite requests from local authorities to reconsider following two meetings aimed at addressing infrastructure concerns in the IT Park. Activist Namrata Naik emphasized that the protest was not intended to create disturbances but to convey a united message from workers and residents regarding their demand for improved infrastructure. Protesters displayed placards outlining their needs, reflecting a strong community stance on the importance of smart and adequate facilities in the area.
Around 1,000 residents, employees and villagers are expected to participate in the protest, funded by residents and IT employees.
We have made representation to the govt in that regard,” said Pawanjit Mane, who has been working towards the cause. Some announcements were floated during the meeting,” said another activist from Hinjewadi Dyanendra Hulsure, adding that we are still going ahead with our protest and urging people to join us. “The issues faced by all three stakeholders have been common. We needed good roads, water and electricity supply. We did not want half-baked solutions but a holistic approach. The administration knew what problems people have been facing. The govt has created a task force for coordination and outlined various measures to improve roads and the last-mile connectivity for the upcoming Metro. “The meeting was held with the residents preemptively after we came to know about the protest.
“In the meeting on Friday, we were informed that project-specific timelines would be decided in the coming week. The administration heard the infrastructure issues raised by residents in two consecutive meetings on Thursday and Friday. We have created a plan for Hinjewadi, and it will be completed in one and a half years,” Jitendra Dudi, Pune Collector, had told TOI on Thursday.