Pune: PMC Begins Demolition Of Long-Unused JM Road Parking Facility, New Multi-Level Parking Still Uncertain
· Free Press Journal
Pune: The long-unused multi-level parking facility on JM Road is finally being dismantled by the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC), bringing an end to years of uncertainty over the structure. The demolition is being carried out near Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj Garden.
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The work has also affected access to the nearby metro station. One of the entry-exit points of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj Metro station has been closed temporarily as a safety precaution. The closure is expected to continue for the next few weeks. Commuters can use the entrance on the opposite side of JM Road or the entry-exit point near Balgandharva Rangmandir.
The PMC expects the demolition process to take around three weeks. The civic body’s General Body had approved the proposal to remove the entire structure last month.
Pune: Hinjawadi, Maan & Marunji Residents To Protest On 6th Sept Over Traffic, Roads & Water CrisisThe parking facility had remained unused for several years. It was originally designed as a mechanised parking system for cars. The civic administration had earlier explored the possibility of repairing and restarting it. However, an inspection found that the structure was not suitable for continued parking use.
Officials also pointed out that the parking slots were too small for many newer vehicles, particularly larger cars and SUVs This made it difficult for the PMC to economically revamp the existing facility.
With the structure now being removed, the question of parking in the area remains. The PMC has not yet approved a plan to build a new parking facility at the site. Officials said that options for multi-level parking in and around JM Road are being examined.
Pune: After 3-Hour Meet With Chakan Industrialists Last Week, DCM Eknath Shinde To Inspect Roads TodayThe issue is significant for motorists as JM Road, FC Road and the Deccan Gymkhana area frequently face parking shortages. Visitors often struggle to find available spaces, particularly during busy hours.
Residents and regular visitors have therefore urged the PMC to plan a modern multi-level parking facility in the area instead of leaving the space unused. They said such a facility could reduce parking pressure and also generate revenue for the civic body.
“If planned and operated properly, a parking facility here could provide relief to motorists and also generate good revenue for the PMC,” said Ajay Kale, a regular visitor to JM Road.