7 months ago
Scrap Fires Near EON IT Park Choke Kharadi
There are frequent fires at a scrap center near EON IT Park in Kharadi, Pune.
These fires create a lot of smoke, which is making the air dirty and causing health problems for people living nearby.
Residents have complained many times to the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC), but the PMC has not taken strong action.
The fires are causing breathing problems, eye irritation, and other health issues, especially for children and older adults.
Residents want the PMC to move the scrap center away from their homes to keep their community safe and healthy.
Frequent scrap fires near EON IT Park in Kharadi, Pune, are causing severe air pollution.
Residents accuse the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) of inaction despite repeated complaints.
The fires are leading to health issues like respiratory problems and eye irritation among locals.
Residents have called for the relocation of the scrap center to prevent further health risks.
The PMC has not responded to requests for comment, and a recent fine of Rs 5,000 was deemed insufficient.
- Who
- Residents of Kharadi, Pune
- What
- Frequent scrap fires causing air pollution and health issues
- Where
- Near EON IT Park in Kharadi, Pune
- When
- Ongoing issue with recent incidents
- Why
- Illegal burning of garbage and scrap
Key facts
- Location
- Kharadi, Pune
- Primary Concern
- Air pollution and health risks
- Resident Complaints
- Frequent complaints to PMC
- PMC Response
- No response from solid waste management department
- Fine Imposed
- Rs 5,000
Quotes
Prabha Karpe
Social activist and resident of Kharadi
“We have complained many times to the Pune Municipal Corporation regarding the menace and air pollution due to garbage and scrap dumping in the locality. But authorities always respond that it is on private property. Private property should not be an excuse. If the majority of local residents are suffering from this nuisance, the administration should take action.”
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Yogita Ambade
Resident of Gulmohar Gold Coast Society in Kharadi
“The scrap centre situated near EON IT Park is a menace. Many times we have seen fires in the scrap waste, leading to highly smoky air and contributing to air pollution. There is no need for a scrap centre in the middle of so many societies. We have been fighting for many years, but no one takes action. We have had to call fire vehicles to control the fires. Residents of nearby societies are facing daily nuisances. We have complained many times, but PMC does not take action. People have spent crores on their homes; such a menace in the locality is unbearable.”
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Atul Jain
Resident of Gagan Avencia, Kharadi
“We are facing a severe health crisis due to the illegal burning of garbage right in the heart of our neighbourhood. This spot is surrounded by major IT parks and densely populated residential colonies. The toxic smoke is becoming unbearable, causing immediate respiratory issues, eye irritation and long-term risks like asthma and lung infections for our children and senior citizens. We urge the municipal authorities to take immediate action against this environmental crime before it leads to a major health epidemic in our community.”
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Akshay Poorey
Resident of Kharadi
“The recent fire at a scrap godown in Kharadi severely impacted air quality and took multiple water tankers to control, yet the PMC closed the case with a mere Rs 5,000 fine. This reflects a deeply concerning attitude towards public health. Open garbage burning has become routine in Kharadi, exposing children, senior citizens and residents to toxic air with little to no enforcement. Scrap dealers operating in residential areas pose serious fire and health hazards and must be relocated immediately. PMC needs to act decisively, and citizens must stay vigilant and report such incidents without delay.”
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