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State Government Approves 8,015 Sq Ft Land on Senapati Bapat Road for Pune Press ClubForest Trails Residents Raise Alarm Over Alleged Illegal Construction on Reserved Land
Residents of Bhugaon's Forest Trails Township have expressed grave concerns about what they see as unlawful construction occurring on property designated as an (NDZ) No-Development Zone.
What the Residents Are Saying
According to the Forest Trails Welfare Association (FTWA), heavy machinery and construction materials have been transported into the area despite clear restrictions on development. The land in question falls under the Bhugaon Development Plan (DP), which designates portions of the area as Forest, Bio-Diversity Park (BDP), or No-Development Zone.
Residents argue that:
- A truckload of red soil was dumped on the NDZ land.
- This activity happened near the Daffodil building within the township.
- The work was halted only after residents confronted the workers.
- FTWA had already filed an official complaint with PMRDA in December 2020 regarding earlier attempts at construction.
Reserved Land Must Not Be Altered
Under the Bhugaon DP, certain open spaces are meant to be preserved as natural buffers, ensuring sustainable development. Residents emphasise that any alteration— even levelling land or dumping soil— can permanently damage the area’s ecology.
The concern is not only environmental. Residents also worry that:
- Unauthorised construction may set a dangerous precedent.
- Builders may later claim that “work has already begun” to justify future permissions.
- PMRDA’s alleged inaction could undermine public trust in planning authorities.
What Paranjape Builders Have Explained
Representatives of Paranjape Schemes have clarified that:
- The land belongs to the builder, but as per the Development Plan, it is officially classified as open land.
- A compound wall has been constructed around the bungalow plots to protect the property.
- The soil-filled area was cleaned solely for maintenance, and no construction has been carried out.
- They claim they have complied with the DP and assert that no development work has violated the law.
PMRDA’s Position
PMRDA officials have stated that:
- They will investigate the issue raised by residents.
- Any construction in the No-Development Zone is strictly prohibited.
- Action will be taken if any violation is confirmed.
However, residents argue that despite multiple complaints over the years, no visible steps have been taken to prevent further attempts at altering the land.
Why This Issue Matters
Bhugaon lies on the outskirts of Pune and is part of a region rich in biodiversity. Illegal hill cutting, soil dumping, and construction have long-term effects such as:
- Soil erosion
- Change in natural drainage patterns
- Loss of green cover
- Increased environmental vulnerability
Residents believe that protecting these buffer zones is essential for the ecological health of Pune’s western corridor.
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