Archive · 12 Jan 2026
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
- When
- Ongoing issue with recent incidents
- Where
- Near EON IT Park in Kharadi, Pune
- Why
- Illegal burning of garbage and scrap
- 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