Archive · 26 Sep 2025
Safety Concerns Rise Near Pune Navratri Ground
People in Kothrud, Pune are worried about safety during the Navratri festival.
They say some people are drinking alcohol, harassing women, and parking cars in a messy way near the festival ground.
Some residents are also concerned about eve-teasing and staring.
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is asking the police to put more officers at the festival from 7 pm to 10 pm to make sure everyone feels safe.
People want to enjoy the festival without being scared or feeling uncomfortable.
One resident said they want police near the mandap as they feel unsafe, while another reported eve-teasing.
The police have not yet responded.
Residents report safety concerns during the Navratri festival in Kothrud, Pune.
Antisocial activities include drinking, harassment, and improper vehicle parking.
Local women and girls are reported as feeling unsafe near the ground.
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Pune unit has requested increased police presence.
Citizens want a safe and enjoyable festival experience.
- Who
- Residents and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)
- What
- Concerns about safety due to antisocial activities near the Navratri ground.
- When
- During the Navratri festival, specifically between 7 pm and 10 pm.
- Where
- Late Pandharinath Marne ground in Shastrinagar, Kothrud, Pune
- Why
- Residents want to ensure a safe environment during the festival.
- Location
- Late Pandharinath Marne ground, Shastrinagar, Kothrud, Pune
- Event
- Navratri festival
- Reported Issues
- Drinking, harassment, eve-teasing, and vehicle parking
- Complaintant
- Local residents
- Action Requested
- Increased police presence
- Requesting Organization
- Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Pune unit