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Pune: Undri Blaze Fire Safety System Audit & Maintenance

PUNE: Chief Fire Officer of Pune Municipal Corporation, Devendra Potphode, announced an investigation into the failure of firefighting equipment in the Undri high-rise, following a tragic incident that resulted in a teenager’s death and injuries to eight others during a fire. Potphode emphasized that society managements are required to conduct fire safety audits with licensed agencies at least twice a year. If they fail to do so, they bear the responsibility for any accidents. “As stipulated in Section 3 of the Fire Act, it is the owner’s or occupier’s duty to ensure the firefighting system is operational 24/7. Residents should…

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Pune: Lokmanyanagar Residents Divided on Development Plan

PUNE: Following opposition from a group of residents in Lokmanyanagar against a cluster development proposal along Shastri Road, another faction, represented by the Lokmanyanagar Rahivasi Sangh, has voiced its support, claiming it will contribute to the overall development of the area. During a press interaction on Thursday, these residents expressed their perspectives on the redevelopment of aging buildings. This issue gained attention after the state government halted redevelopment plans upon receiving a letter from local MLA Hemant Rasane advocating for cluster development. “Various media outlets have spotlighted this issue, leading to perceptions of irregularities tied to redevelopment and political maneuvers.…

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Arnya Launches ₹1,000 Crore Mumbai, Pune Redevelopment Fund

Arnya Real Estate Fund has collaborated with Mumbai-based developer Supreme Universal to establish a platform for a ₹1,000 crore real estate equity fund. This fund will primarily target residential redevelopment projects in Mumbai and Pune. The fund consists of a base corpus of ₹500 crore, with an option to raise an additional ₹500 crore. It aims to facilitate scalable and structured redevelopment initiatives in two of India’s most dynamic housing markets. “Our strategy is to create an investment platform that provides investors with access to redevelopment opportunities. Mumbai’s redevelopment sector offers a scalable and resilient business model within the Indian…

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Maharashtra to Get Authority for Redevelopment Oversight

PUNE: The state housing department is expected to soon finalize the establishment of an independent authority similar to MahaRERA, aimed at providing a structured, transparent, and accountable framework for supervising redevelopment projects throughout Maharashtra. Members of the advisory committee stated that the initiative follows comprehensive feedback from housing society federations and associations. Committee chairman Rajendra Mirgane informed TOI that recommendations have already been submitted, and a notification will be issued shortly. The demand for such an authority has escalated, particularly as Maharashtra experiences a rise in redevelopment and self-redevelopment activities. Mirgane explained that this proposed authority will create a systematic…

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Pune fines metro contractor for dumping debris

PUNE: On Thursday, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) imposed a fine of ₹15 lakh on a contractor involved in the Metro rail project (Hinjewadi to Shivajinagar) for allegedly dumping debris on an open plot near Balewadi High Street. “A notice was issued to the contractor today. The fine must be paid within the next two days at the Aundh ward office, and the debris should be removed. Failure to do so will result in legal action,” stated Girish Dapkekar, the Aundh-Baner ward officer. The civic officials reported that a site inspection showed ongoing debris dumping. The administration charged ₹15,000 per…

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Developer, 7 Others Arrested for Selling Mortgaged Flats

PUNE: The Dehu Road police have filed a case against a developer from Malinagar in Dehu and seven accomplices, accused of defrauding eight homebuyers of ₹1.84 crore by selling flats that were already mortgaged to a credit society. A complaint was lodged by one of the flat owners with the Dehu Road police against the developer and his associates. An officer stated that the complainant and seven others purchased flats within the housing complex in Malinagar between 2021 and 2023. The scam was uncovered in May 2025 when other residents alerted the complainant that the developer had secured a loan…

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Builders’ Office E-Registration Gains Popularity in Maharashtra

PUNE: On Tuesday, state property registration officials announced that the online registration process for first-sale properties from builders has gained popularity since its launch two years ago, decreasing the load on sub-registrar offices. Nearly 700 developers have joined the platform. As of September 2023, over 11,000 property documents have been registered online from developer offices, with 3,974 registered in the current financial year, as per departmental data. DIG (IT) Abhay Mohite mentioned that online registrations are expected to increase further during the festive season. “User feedback has been positive. Developer organizations are actively promoting the facility, and we anticipate the…

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Pune Deputy CM Orders Stop-Work Notices to Non-Compliant Builders

PUNE: On Sunday, Deputy Chief Minister and Pune’s guardian minister Ajit Pawar emphasized the need for authorities to contemplate issuing stop-work notices to builders who disregard civic regulations. This statement was made during a review visit to Hadapsar constituency, where he communicated with officials from the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) and local residents. In response to citizen complaints regarding poor facilities, subpar road infrastructure, and water shortages in the area, Pawar stated, “Builders need to improve their practices and provide necessary amenities. Authorities must take decisive action against those who act unprofessionally. If building codes are not adhered to, stop-work…

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MIDC Notifies Three Developers, PMRDA Over Hinjewadi Traffic Issues

The Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) has issued notices to three developers—Gera Developments, Godrej Properties, and VTP Realty—due to hazardous traffic conditions created on several roads in Hinjewadi Phase-III. Officials reported that vehicles carrying excavated material and ready-mix concrete were leaving muddy residue on the roads, creating dangerously slippery conditions. MIDC Executive Engineer RG Totla mentioned in the notice that this has resulted in four to five two-wheelers slipping on these roads. MIDC has mandated that the developers install tyre wash pits at their construction sites and ensure vehicles are cleaned before entering public roads. Additionally, the developers are required…

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15,000 Land Records in Pune Updated with Heirs’ Names

PUNE: Ramesh Jadhav, a farmer from Baramati, faced concerns about a prolonged wait to update his name in the 7/12 extract—the vital land ownership document—after losing his father last year. Fortunately, he was able to make the necessary changes within weeks and at no cost, thanks to a special initiative launched by the Pune district administration. Pune district has now updated over 15,000 land records, replacing deceased landowners’ names with those of their rightful heirs. This update is part of a broader state initiative initiated earlier this year, identifying 21,017 such cases in the district. Additional Collector Suhas Mapari informed…