Archive · 27 Oct 2025
VBA Protests SRA Corruption in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad
VBA, a political group, organized protests in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad, led by Prakash Ambedkar and his wife.
They are upset because they believe the SRA, which helps people in slums, is corrupt and favors builders.
They want bigger homes, up to 500 sq ft.
They also want the monthly rent given to people while they wait for their new homes to be raised to 15,000 rupees.
The group also wants the SRA to be more strict with builders.
They also want the government to cancel the projects of contractors who have stalled projects for over five years.
VBA led a protest against alleged corruption within the SRA in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad.
Advocate Prakash Ambedkar and Anjali Maydeo Ambedkar led the protests in Pune and Pimpri, respectively.
Protesters demanded larger homes (500 sq ft) for slum residents.
VBA seeks a rent revision to ₹15,000 for displaced residents.
They are calling for increased oversight of builders and the application of RERA laws to SRA projects.
- Who
- Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi (VBA) activists led by Adv. Prakash Ambedkar.
- What
- Protest against alleged corruption in the Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) by the current Mahayuti Government.
- When
- Monday.
- Where
- Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad.
- Why
- To oppose alleged corruption in SRA and advocate for improved living conditions for slum residents.
VBA's Perspective
Mahayuti Government's Perspective
Builder Influence
VBA's Perspective
VBA alleges SRA favors builders and their proposals.
Mahayuti Government's Perspective
Not explicitly stated; likely supports current processes.
Housing Quality
VBA's Perspective
VBA states homes are in a dilapidated condition, and wants the builders to repair the damage
Mahayuti Government's Perspective
Not explicitly stated
Rent Amount
VBA's Perspective
VBA wants rent to be revised to 15,000 rupees to help the people afford housing
Mahayuti Government's Perspective
Not explicitly stated
- Lead Protester
- Adv. Prakash Ambedkar, Anjali Maydeo Ambedkar
- Organizations Involved
- Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi (VBA)
- Protest Locations
- Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad
- Key Demands
- Revised rent for displaced residents, larger houses, and RERA application to SRA projects.
- Main Allegation
- Corruption in SRA, favouring builders
- Desired Home Size
- 500 sq ft per flat
- Current Rent Concerns
- Too low to afford housing in Pune and Mumbai