Archive · 20 May 2025
Open Space Near Metro Station Turns Into Night-Time Drinking Hub
Imagine a public area near a metro station that has become a spot for people to drink alcohol and smoke, especially at night.
This area is near places where students live and study.
Because of this, the people living in the area feel unsafe.
There's even a covered structure, like a big shed, that makes it easy for people to drink without being seen.
Despite claims of police patrols, the issue persists.
Locals are worried, especially because the area is proposed as a terminal for private buses, which could make the problem worse.
People want solutions such as security cameras and more police presence.
An open space near Vasudev Nagar Metro Station has become a late-night drinking zone.
The area, owned by Nagpur Municipal Corporation, is near multiple liquor shops and hostels.
A large tin shed provides a hidden space for drinking and smoking.
Locals, including students, express safety concerns due to the environment.
Residents are requesting solutions like CCTV cameras and a police outpost.
- Who
- Local residents, students, commercial drivers, and young men
- What
- Open drinking and smoking in an open space near Vasudev Nagar Metro Station
- When
- Late nights and evenings
- Where
- Open space near Vasudev Nagar Metro Station
- Why
- Due to the presence of liquor shops and a makeshift structure providing cover
Residents' Perspective
Drinking Individuals and Unregulated Activities
Use of Open Space
Residents' Perspective
Residents are concerned about the open drinking and smoking, leading to safety and nuisance issues.
Drinking Individuals and Unregulated Activities
Individuals openly consume alcohol and smoke in the open space.
Role of Infrastructure
Residents' Perspective
A lack of infrastructure control, such as fencing and CCTV, is contributing to the problem.
Drinking Individuals and Unregulated Activities
The open space offers a convenient location near liquor shops and a makeshift shelter.
- Location
- Near Vasudev Nagar Metro Station
- Property Owner
- Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC)
- Proposed Use
- Private bus passenger terminal
- Concerns
- Safety, public drinking, and smoking
- Affected groups
- Students, local residents, hostel residents