Archive · 20 May 2025
Demerger of Uruli Devachi, Phursungi May Reduce Pune Corporators
Imagine Pune is like a big city, and it's getting ready for elections, like choosing leaders.
But the rules use old numbers, from a time when there were fewer people.
Now, two areas, Uruli Devachi and Phursungi, used to be part of Pune but are now separate.
This means fewer leaders might be chosen, and the people in those areas might not have as much say.
This could make it harder to get new roads, water, and other important things fixed because there won't be enough people to speak up for them.
Everyone is hoping to make sure everyone in the city gets a fair voice!
The demerger of Uruli Devachi and Phursungi from the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) may lead to a reduction in the number of corporators.
The upcoming civic elections will be based on the 2011 census data, which doesn't account for population increases.
Experts believe fewer corporators could lead to inadequate representation and increased burdens on elected officials.
Uruli Devachi and Phursungi were demerged in 2024 and now have their own municipal council.
Locals express concerns that demerger hinders development and access to funds for infrastructure projects.
- Who
- Civic officials, political experts, residents of Uruli Devachi and Phursungi, and former and current elected members are involved.
- What
- The number of corporators in PMC may shrink due to the demerger of Uruli Devachi and Phursungi, impacting representation for the local population.
- When
- The demerger occurred in September 2024, with upcoming elections affected by the 2011 census.
- Where
- Pune, specifically focusing on the areas of Uruli Devachi and Phursungi.
- Why
- The demerger of Uruli Devachi and Phursungi, coupled with outdated census data, could reduce the number of corporators, impacting representation and funding.
Demerger and its impact on municipal corporations
Impact of Demerger and Representation
Representation Concerns
Demerger and its impact on municipal corporations
Civic officials are awaiting clarification from the Election Commission and state government regarding the impact of the demerger on the number of corporators. They haven't ruled out the possibility of reduced representation.
Impact of Demerger and Representation
Residents and former elected officials express concerns that the demerger may lead to inadequate representation and hinder infrastructure projects.
Funding and Project Delays
Demerger and its impact on municipal corporations
Some experts and civic officials recognize the potential for fewer funds and project delays due to reduced representation after demerger.
Impact of Demerger and Representation
Residents of Uruli Devachi and Phursungi fear a lack of funds for important infrastructure projects
- PMC Population (approx.)
- 35.5 lakh
- Corporators based on 2011 Census
- 161
- Uruli Devachi and Phursungi Demerger
- 2024
- Villages merged in PMC
- 34 (initially proposed)
- Uruli Devachi, Phursungi Representation
- Separate municipal council