So, if you’ve been wondering why the roads in Pune turn into mini swimming pools during the monsoon season, it looks like we finally have an answer. Turns out, clogged drains are the main culprit behind the flooded roadways. And the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) is taking action to tackle this issue head-on.
In a move to prevent flooding this monsoon, the PMC has decided to team up SWaCH employees with its emergency management teams. These teams will work together to remove obstacles from stormwater drains, allowing rainwater to flow freely.
Residents in areas like Deccan Gymkhana, Sinhagad Road, and Dhanori have been facing waterlogging issues during heavy showers. One resident even raised the question of why the authorities wait until the monsoon begins to address the problem. It’s a fair point – shouldn’t these issues be dealt with before the rains hit?
One of the main causes of clogged drains is garbage being thrown into them. To combat this, the PMC has brought in SWaCH sanitation workers to help clear out the drains. This seems like a smart move, considering the regular staff assigned to drain maintenance during heavy showers are often overwhelmed.
The PMC is also ramping up its efforts to handle flooding and heavy rain, including activating a 24/7 disaster management cell. While some citizens and former corporators have praised the administration for deploying additional staff, there are concerns about the slow response to critical situations like road flooding.
It’s clear that tackling clogged drains is just one piece of the puzzle when it comes to preventing flooding in Pune. Hopefully, with the PMC’s proactive approach this monsoon, we’ll see fewer waterlogged roads and happier commuters.
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