Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Pune: PMC Sanitation Workers Attacked, Safety Concerns Rise
Some people attacked sanitation workers in Pune while they were cleaning at night.
One worker was beaten by a drunk driver, and another was robbed.
When the workers tried to report these attacks to the police, they initially faced delays or reluctance.
The incidents have worried the sanitation staff who feel unsafe doing their jobs at night.
The local government is now promising to increase police presence to protect the workers.
PMC sanitary workers were assaulted in two separate night shift incidents.
Attacks occurred near Pune Railway Station and between Khadi Machine Chowk and ISKCON Temple.
Workers faced resistance from police in filing complaints after the attacks.
The attacks have raised concerns over sanitation staff safety during night shifts.
PMC is increasing patrolling in response to the incidents.
- Who
- Sanitary workers of PMC and the attackers (auto-rickshaw driver and two unidentified men).
- What
- PMC sanitary workers were assaulted during night shifts while cleaning.
- When
- Unspecified; the incidents occurred during night shifts.
- Where
- Pune, near Pune Railway Station and Khadi Machine Chowk to ISKCON Temple.
- Why
- Unknown; the attacks occurred while the workers were performing their duties, raising safety concerns.
Social Activists
Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC)
Police Response
Social Activists
Demand increased police patrolling and strict action against officers who fail to register complaints.
Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC)
PMC's Solid Waste Management Department says patrolling will increase.
- Organization
- Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC)
- Incident Locations
- Pune Railway Station and Khadi Machine Chowk to ISKCON Temple
- Workers Assaulted
- Hanumant Londhe and Balasaheb Mhaske
- Items Stolen
- Mobile phone worth ₹18,000 and ₹750 cash
- PMC Rank (Swachh Survekshan)
- 8th