Indian Express 18.06.2010
Separate sewage and stormwater drain line, civic chief directs staff
Express News Service Tags : civic, sewage system Posted: Fri Jun 18 2010, 04:44 hrs
Pune: Municipal Commissioner Mahesh Zagade on Thursday expressed concern over the linking of sewage and storm water drainage line. He has directed his staff to immediately identify the connecting point and separate it.“A visit to various parts of the city after heavy rain revealed that sewage waste was coming out from overflowing storm water drains. This is a very serious situation as there is no reason the sewage line should be connected to storm water drains,” he said.
It is obvious the sewage waste would mix with rainwater and ooze out if the two pipelines are connected, Zagade said, adding, “This can be a potential health hazard for citizens. Thus, all such connecting points would be identified and separated as soon as possible.” The number of slums coming up on nullah are also on the rise posing a threat to life of many, he said. All the ward officers and zonal commissioners have been asked to identify slums that are in high risk area so that efforts will be taken to shift them, Zagade said.
The municipal commissioner has also directed the water supply department to ensure there no opening at the pumping station.
Metro rail project
The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) will hold a discussion on implementation of Metro rail project on Friday. Mayor Mohansingh Rajpal will answer queries on Metro rail. Leaders of all political parties and civic officers will address citizens queries. The meeting will be held at 11.30 am in the civic head quarters.
The PMC general body is set to take a decision on implementation of the project on route from Vanaz in Kothrud to Kharadi on Nagar Road.
