Archive · 26 Oct 2025
Pune and Mumbai: Air Quality, Garbage Collection, and Transportation
During Diwali, air quality in areas like Wakad and Hinjawadi worsened due to firecrackers and construction, with the AQI exceeding 300.
At the same time, the cities of Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad collected a large amount of garbage.
Also, commuters traveling between Pune and Mumbai are facing challenges.
The existing train services are insufficient and the expressway is frequently congested, leading to calls for more frequent train services, like those in Delhi's RRTS.
Air quality in Wakad and Hinjawadi was very poor during Diwali, with AQI over 300.
Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad collected over 22,000 tonnes of garbage during the Diwali period.
Bursting of firecrackers, ongoing construction and traffic contribute to poor air quality.
Commuters are demanding hourly train service between Pune and Mumbai.
Frequent train service would alleviate pressure on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway.
- Who
- Residents of Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad, commuters between Pune and Mumbai
- What
- Experiencing poor air quality, increased waste, and transportation challenges
- When
- Diwali 2025 and ongoing
- Where
- Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad, and the Pune-Mumbai corridor
- Why
- Diwali celebrations, ongoing construction, and limited train services
Commuters & Residents
Authorities & Agencies
Transportation Frequency
Commuters & Residents
Demand for hourly rail service to alleviate traffic and reduce travel time.
Authorities & Agencies
Currently providing a limited number of trains, citing operational constraints.
- Affected Areas
- Wakad, Hinjawadi, Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Mumbai-Pune Expressway
- Diwali Garbage Collected (PMC+PCMC)
- 22,146 tonnes
- Average Daily Garbage (Pune)
- 2,000+ tonnes
- Average Daily Garbage (Pimpri-Chinchwad)
- 1,000+ tonnes
- Key Issues
- Air quality, waste management, transportation
- Suggested Solution
- Hourly Pune-Mumbai Rail Service
Sources
Massive Traffic Jams On Pune–Mumbai & Other Highways As People Return After Diwali Holidays - VIDEOS
Diwali 2025: PMC & PCMC Clear Over 22 Tonnes Of Garbage During The Festival In Pune & Pimpri-Chinchwad Cities
Commuters Call For Hourly Pune-Mumbai Rail Service Amid Growing Traffic Woes
