🇮🇳 Municipal Commissioner
@pcmcindiagovin
| IAS | Engineer turned public servant | UC Berkeley, IIT Guwahati Alumnus | Empowering cities, one smile at a time.
In just 18 months, Gavali Garden in Dighi, once a barren 20-acre land, has bloomed into a thriving Miyawaki Urban Forest. Now, it's home to over 100,000+ local native species, with trees proudly standing at 10-12 feet tall.
This incredible metamorphosis was made possible by the
PCMC Safai Mitra working in rains to make PCMC a cleaner and better city to live in. Salute to the hard work and dedication of all our Safai Mitra 🫡 They need appreciation and encouragement every time that you meet one.
@PCMCSarathi
@pcmcindiagovin
The state-of-the-art Dust Suppression Fog machines and Road Washers / Sprinklers recently introduced by the
#PCMC
, exclusively utilize treated/recycled water from our Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs). Drinking water or groundwater will never be used in these machines.
Both the
Hello
#PCMC
residents!
Hoping to be more active on
#X
, utilizing Social Media to address civic issues & foster direct communication with the community.
Do share your concerns using
#MyPCMC
, tag me &
@PCMCSarathi
, and let's resolve your problems together.
#PublicService
In our continuous efforts to enhance the city's air quality,
#PCMC
has taken a significant stride by introducing seven state-of-the-art vehicles into the municipal fleet as part of the National Clean Air Programme. These vehicles, equipped with advanced features, include two with
Today, a 20x40 feet legal hoarding with official permission at Jaiganesh Empire Chowk on Spine Road, Moshi, fell on a tempo due to rain and wind. Fortunately, there was no loss of life, and only minor property damage occurred.
I immediately took cognizance of the incident and
Hon. PM
@narendramodi
ji will be inaugurating 4 projects in
#PCMC
that are expected to have a significant impact on the lives of lakhs of citizens. Along with inaugurating the Phugewadi-Civil Court section of the
#PuneMetro
, Modi ji will also be inaugurating the 'Waste to Energy
A proud moment for
#PCMC
. Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation has been shortlisted for the 6th Guangzhou International Award for Urban Innovation.
PCMC is the only Indian city among the 15 shortlisted globally for its exemplary urban innovations. This recognition is based on
Legal Action Against Unauthorized Hoardings in PCMC.
Legal action will be taken against all hoarding agencies, license holders, and property owners if illegal hoardings are not taken down. Today, I called for a meeting of all officers from concerned departments and
In line with our commitment to environmental protection, long-term sustainability, and enhancing the quality of life, Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation will be building a new biodiversity park in Talawade. We are seeking your inputs and ideas to make this project even
I cycled to work today..did you ??
Today marked the kickoff of our Cycle2Work Thursday initiative at PCMC, and it was an absolute delight to pedal my way to the office!
A big Shoutout to Mr. Yashwant Dange, Assistant Commissioner of the Health Department, Mr. Bapusaheb
Reversing roles for a Day.
'Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire.'
Today, on the eve of Teachers' Day, I stepped into the shoes of a teacher for bright young minds, while students took charge at the PCMC Commissioner's office.
As the 'teacher' at
It’s time to start a rethink on whether in our urban areas “only” increasing road width for cars, new flyovers and VUPs would just be a band aid on the actual problem or we need a deeper surgery. Even in PMR’s context we need to rapidly increase Bus fleet- efforts have been
Held an insightful meeting with the founder of Persistent Systems Dr. Anand Deshpande ji to explore the creation of a next-generation
#technology
and
#data
analysis team for
#PCMC
.
We were also joined by Data Scientist Dr.Sahil Deo.
@Persistentsys
@anandesh
@DeoSahil
महोदय, नाशिक फाटा पुलावरून खाली उतरताना - खडकी एक्सिट ला, हा सिमेंटचा माल कोणासाठी ठेवला आहे? तुम्ही ह्या ठिकाणी कोणाचा मृत्यू व्हावा अशी वाट पाहत आहेत का? किती महिने हे सामान रोडवर असेच पडून ठेवणार आहेत ? कृपया ह्याची नोंद घ्या व रास्ता वाहतुकी साठी मोकळा करा.
@PCMCSarathi
Report potholes on PCMC roads.
Simply download the PCMC Smart Sarthi app, go to the Report Grievances section, upload a photo of the pothole, share the details and address, and the corporation will ensure action to repair the potholes.
Let's work together to make our city roads
I am aware of the concerns surrounding the pickup and disposal of non-regular waste (such as garden waste, tree felling, e-waste, etc.) that doesn't follow a fixed schedule. Typically, the
#PCMC
picks up such waste only upon receiving information.
To increase convenience, we are
As you know our Pimpri Chinchwad has earned a prestigious spot among the Top 15 cities worldwide, recognized in the 6th Guangzhou Urban Innovation Award 2023. It proudly stands as the sole Indian city to achieve this distinguished honor.
You can also help
#PCMC
claim the title of
This summer, dive into the world of science, technology and discovery at Pimpri Chinchwad Science Park! Perfect for kids, young adults, and even curious adults, located near the Autocluster in Chinchwad, this fun yet educative center offers multiple interactive exhibits on
To enhance accessibility, the
#PMPML
has introduced a Circular Integrated Feeder Bus Service between
#Pimpri
to Gharkul Chikhli and Pimpri to
#Kalewadi
Phata routes, linking various localities across
#PCMC
to the
@metrorailpune
Line 1.
#RTO
is also working on implementing a
Pimpri Chinchwad is among India's best cities.
A proud moment for all us Pimpri-Chinchwadkars,
@the_hindu
has recognized the collective efforts of the entire city, led by its citizens, in making it one of India's best cities for 2022-23.
Our 'Streets for People' initiative has
I had the immense honor of attending the screening of the movie "Chandu Champion," which is based on the life of India's first Paralympic gold medalist, Padmashree Murlikant Petkarji. Sharing this moment with Murlikant Petkarji himself was surreal and deeply inspiring.
As a
As part of our endeavor to create public spaces for domestic pets and pet owners, the
#PCMC
has inaugurated its first dog park in Pimple Saudagar, re-purposing the erstwhile C&D waste dump near Linear Park. The
#DogPark
houses dedicated playgrounds, play mounts of varying sizes
The
#RoleSwitch
event, where I embraced the role of a teacher while students took the helm at the
#PCMC
Commissioner's office, was an incredibly inspiring and enlightening experience. It offered me profound insights into the worlds of both students and teachers.
While this was
PCMC invites your Feedback on Green City Action Plan
The Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) will soon launch its Green City Action Plan, focusing on environmental sustainability. The plan is based on a green city assessment using IFC’s APEX online tool, identifying
#Honor
for PCMC!
Our city has proudly been recognized with the prestigious "City with Best Non-Motorised Transport System" award at the Urban Mobility India 2023 (UMI) awards, presented by MoHUA, especially for the NMT-friendly neighborhood of Pimple Saudagar.
With a focused
Inaugurated the first ever Art Exhibition by a PCMC student - our young artist Sahil Kamble (Keshavnagar School) at Ramkrishna More Auditorium. Request everyone to visit the exhibition that is open till tomorrow to encourage our young artists!!
@pcmcindiagovin
@PCMCSarathi
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As part of our commitment to sustainability, ecology, and promoting a healthier lifestyle, PCMC is launching its Cycle2Work Thursday initiative.
Starting March 7th, all
#PCMC
employees will be encouraged to pedal their way to the office every Thursday. I too will be working
@PCMCSarathi
@pcmcindiagovin
Raised a request for green waste pick up a week ago on 27 Jul. Why is this not processed yet? We pay extra tax for management of solid waste. And PCMC must pick all waste in timely manner.
#SmartCity
@shekhardalal
Tomorrow, citizens of Pimpri-Chinchwad will exercise their right to vote. It's crucial to encourage all your loved ones to participate in this cornerstone of democracy. I also urge you to involve your children, the next generation, in the discussions and preparations, turning
Delighted to witness a positive response to the
#MyPCMC
initiative. I would like to assure everyone that although it may take some time to respond, the
@PCMCSarathi
team and I are monitoring each post and actively working towards addressing and resolving the majority of the
Hello
#PCMC
residents!
Hoping to be more active on
#X
, utilizing Social Media to address civic issues & foster direct communication with the community.
Do share your concerns using
#MyPCMC
, tag me &
@PCMCSarathi
, and let's resolve your problems together.
#PublicService
Please watch the video to learn more about PCMC's new initiative aimed at achieving visible cleanliness across our city. Continuing our mission to make our city more environmentally friendly and significantly reduce air pollution, PCMC has initiated mechanical road cleaning to
Garbage is dumped on already narrow road of Adinath nagar main road Bhosari by a society. It is lying there for weeks now and is creating problems for commuters. respected authorities to please look in to this
@PCMCSarathi
@pcmcindiagovin
@shekhardalal
In line with our commitment to providing comprehensive care for all segments of the society, The
#PCMC
is setting up a state-of-the-art welfare center for Divyangs (differently-abled) individuals in Morewadi.
The Divyang Bhavan will serve as a center for the holistic development
Coffee with Commissioner...
Empowering Women to Lead Change in
#PCMC
This week marks a significant milestone for Pimpri Chinchwad as we launched the "Coffee with Commissioner" initiative under our NAVI DISHA program. This platform is more than just a dialogue—it's an
#PCMC
- Mission Indradhanush 5.0
PCMC has started dedicated vaccination facilities in Government hospitals, clinics, and through OPDs across high-risk areas in the city under the
#MissionIndradhanush
An undertaking of
@MoHFW_INDIA
, Intensified Mission Indradhanush 5.0 is a
'Post A Waste'
Now, the disposal and pickup of all your waste, including tree/ garden waste, grass cutting, green garbage, construction debris, leftover food scraps from hotels, canteens, event venues, and even e-waste, are just a click away.
You can post a photo and report the
#PCMC
wins the medal of honour at the 6th Guangzhou International Award for Urban Innovation.
A proud moment for all Pimpri-Chinchwadkars and Indians, our city has been honored with the prestigious Medal of Honor at the Guangzhou International Award for Urban Innovation. PCMC's
Jai Hind !!
INDIA has reached the Moon.
A historic momment, an unprecedented achievement..on that will remain etched in our memories forever..
#Chandrayaan3
#Chandrayaan3Landing
@shekhardalal
sir,
What bad we have done to get such pathetic roads and open deep potholes in Punawale? And is this a way to hide deep potholes? Please understand such roads can easily be the reason for someone's death.
#punawale
#pcmc
Why is Wakad ignored ? There seems to be no action against such illegal hoardings, banners in the area from PCMC which are not just defacing the city but also becoming a life threat. Can you take strict action against them ?
@shekhardalal
@pcmccomm
@pcmchsgsociety
@pcmcindiagovin
#PCMC
is not just looking to keep pace with AI, NextGen technologies and Data Analysis; we aim to lead and shape the future of urban governance.
I firmly believe that it's time for
#PCMC
and
#PCSCL
(Pimpri-Chinchwad Smart City) to foster and nurture a technology and
The PCMC's Social Welfare Department organized nine complimentary screenings of the latest movie 'Laapataa Ladies' for all female employees of the PCMC as part of Women's Day celebrations. Held at the Inox theatre in Elpro City Square Mall, my wife Isha and I attended the final
Thanks to the efforts of all stakeholders, citizens, public representatives, and every member of
@pcmcindiagovin
@PCMCSarathi
#PCMC
has been honored with the prestigious Medal of Honor at the Guangzhou International Award for Urban Innovation.
#MyPCMC
Looking for in-depth suggestions and ideas on how we can scale up
#PCMC
civic infrastructure service delivery leveraging new era technologies & data science.
I strongly believe that the next-generation technologies, including
#AI
and deep data analysis, have the potential to
PCMC has achieved yet another milestone. Our very own Smart Sarathi app has clinched the second place in the country in the "Governance" category of the prestigious India Smart Cities Project Award 2023.
Smart Sarathi, the official app of Pimpri Chinchwad Smart City Ltd. and
As Pimpri-Chinchwad city continues it's rapid development, it has also carved out a unique identity as a city that prioritizes effective governance, development and ease of living.
Do listen into a two part podcast with the Urban Development Department, as I delve deep into
On the occasion of India's 77th Independence Day, delighted to formally launch the official
#X
handle of the Office of the
#PCMC
Commissioner with an aim to enhance direct communication between the administration and the citizens of
#Pimpri
#Chinchwad
#GoGreen
Power generation at Waste to Energy plant at Moshi Waste (Garbage) Processing Unit has reached capacity of 12 MegaWatt, which will be increased to 14 MW in the coming days.
The electricity that is generated will be utilized across various
#PCMC
installations,
"Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today."
One of the greatest honors or perks of my duty as an IAS officer and city administrator is having the opportunity to interact with the next generation.
Today, I had the opportunity
Meeting and engaging with students of all ages is a source of constant inspiration and energy, especially when it's in a laboratory, a workshop, or on a sports field.
I had the privilege of visiting the Lab and Engineering Workshop at the Punarutthan Samarsata Gurukulam, a
In this era of digital transformation, where our mission is to empower citizens with next-generation technologies, we at
#PCMC
have taken a significant step forward. We have introduced
#Coding
classes in eight of our public schools, including those catering to underprivileged
#PCMC
has decided to establish designated hawker zones for the convenience of both hawkers and citizens. In a recent meeting of the PCMC City Hawker Committee, it was agreed to create 53 such hawker zones, strategically distributed across all eight wards of the
#PCMC
and making
Embark on a Journey Through History & Culture.
Join us tomorrow, 15th August, for the Pimpri Chinchwad Heritage Walk—an extraordinary initiative dedicated to safeguarding our city's vibrant culture and history.
Hosted by
@pcmcindiagovin
in collaboration with Elpro City Square
If there was one technological innovation you'd wish to see in
#PCMC
, what would it be? What do you think will improve the efficiency of the administration?
#MyPCMC
@PCMCSarathi
@pcmcindiagovin
#PCMC
schools have been filled with excitement for the past few weeks. As part of the unique program 'Daptaravina Shala (School without Schoolbags),' students actively participate in a variety of extra curricular activities, including singing, poetry, quiz competitions, word
#Encroachment
Free PCMC.
Anti-Encroachment drives to remove illegal structures and establishments was also carried out today around the
#Rhythm
Society, Kalewadi Phata, Wakad.
#MyPCMC
@pulse_pune
To enhance the efficiency of administration and
#PCMC
and
#PCSCL
. have jointly launched the "Citizen Geoportal." This Geoportal is a pivotal component of the broader GIS-enabled
#ERP
system, which marks a pioneering undertaking in India's municipal governance. With over 300 GIS
The PCMC has established dedicated Air Pollution Monitoring and Mitigation Squads to rigorously enforce a comprehensive set of guidelines aimed at curbing air pollution across the city.
All Assistant Commissioners responsible for the wards in PCMC have been instructed to deploy
Aligning with our vision of holistic development of our next generation and recognizing academic excellence, 19 students from
#PCMC
Public Schools, who excelled in the 5th and 8th Grade Scholarship Exams, have embarked on a special study trip to Southern India.
Accompanied by 7
Our dedicated 'Safai Mitra (सफाई मित्र)' are the unsung heroes of the
#GaneshUtsav
. While citizens reveled in the festivities, these silent guardians worked tirelessly, not only during the 10-day celebrations but also during the peak hours of
#Visarjan
and the two days that
Beautiful moments from PCMC's Secondary School Thergaon, as they celebrated the historic
#Chandrayaan3Landing
.
The overwhelming enthusiasm and energy radiating from both students and teachers is truly heartwarming & inspiring.
A special shoutout to the school authorities for
Looking forward to
@PunePPF
and engaging with fellow policy professionals, academicians, and young thinkers in the panel on "Reimagining Urban Transformation – the Trade-off between Environment & Development."
Pune Public Policy Festival is a truly commendable undertaking, and
No action on this, Please take action. Venue is BRTS route at Roseland Bus stop hoardings between Kokanae chowk and Pk chowk
@PCMCSarathi
@shekhardalal
Sachin ji, the damaged cover has been replaced with a new one. Please do update me on the same.
Thank you for bringing it to our notice.
The department is looking into all the potholes in the area too.
#MyPCMC
@PCMCSarathi
@pcmccomm
@PCMCSarathi
@pcmccomm
@shekhardalal
Please look into this as repaired chamber is damaged and now in dangerous condition. This was repaired 6 days back only.Also this Woodsville Phase-1 Borhadewadi,Moshi road is full of potholes and needs attention on priority basis.
#अतिक्रमणमुक्त_पिंपरी_चिंचवड!
आज
#PCMC
च्या वतीने -
१)कोकणे चौक ते रहाटणी फूटपाथ
२)'ब' क्षेत्रीय कार्यालयाच्या वतीने वाल्हेकरवाडी ते चाफेकर चौक
३)'क' क्षेत्रीय कार्यालयाच्या वतीने चिखली ते मोशी रस्ता
४)'ह' प्रभागातील संत तुकाराम नगर येथे #अतिक्रमण_मोहीम राबविण्यात आली.
#PCMC
With 26 locations currently under construction,
#PCMC
Smart Public Toilets aim to revolutionize the public toilet system in both the city and the country.
Built under the PPP model with
@MedinillaL
, these smart public restrooms provide an automated experience and an
Great news for
#PCMC
citizens and commuters! The
@metrorailpune
Purple Line has received approval from Central Government for a 4.4 km extension from PCMC station up to Nigdi.
This expansion includes three elevated stations at Chinchwad, Akurdi, and Nigdi, and is estimated to
पिंपरी चिंचवड महानगरपालिका ते निगडी या विस्तारित मार्गाला मान्यता
SANCTIONED RECEIVED FOR PUNE METRO PHASE 2: PCMC TO NIGDI EXTENSION
पुणे मेट्रोच्या स्वारगेट ते पिंपरी चिंचवड महानगरपालिका या मार्गीकेचा नैसर्गिक विस्तार पिंपरी चिंचवड महानगरपालिका ते निगडी होणे गरजेचे होते.
Deutsche Welle (
@dwnews
) Germany - Bharat (
@dw_hindi
) recognizes PCMC's efforts in transforming our city into a 'Zero Waste City' and promoting sustainable development. From initiating zero waste projects in public schools to educating the public about composting, recycling, and
As part of Kojagiri Celebrations, all public parks in
#PCMC
will remain open until midnight tonight (October 28, 2023)
कोजागिरी पौर्णिमेच्या सर्व नागरिकांना हार्दिक शुभेच्छा!
#कोजागिरी_पौर्णिमा
#MyPCMC
#KojagiriPoornima
The Municipal Corporation has formulated an ambitious yet realistic vision for the upcoming year, aimed at elevating Pimpri Chinchwad to international stature through holistic infrastructure development and citizen services enhancement. With the targeted budget outlay, the
As part of our plans to bolster the capabilities of our Fire Fighting Unit and ensure a more robust, efficient, safe and reliable system,
#PCMC
will be introducing 15 new state-of-the-art Fire Engines equipped with the latest tools and equipment to meet the needs of our rapidly
Engaged with brilliant minds from Chhatrapati Shahu English Medium School, Kasarwadi, after their insightful study tour in
#Germany
. Their lively energy, enthusiastic ideas and diverse perspectives on PCMC's sustainable development initiatives were truly refreshing.
पिंपरी, दि. २८ जुलै २०२३- महानगरपालिकेच्या कासारवाडी येथील छत्रपती शाहू इंग्लिश मीडियम स्कूलच्या जर्मनी अभ्यास दौरा केलेल्या विद्यार्थ्यांनी पिंपरी चिंचवड महानगपालिकेचे आयुक्त शेखर सिंह यांची भेट घेतली यावेळी जर्मनी येथे आलेले अनुभव सांगत शाश्वत विकासाच्या उपक्रमांवर संवाद साधला.
Since morning,
#PCMC
departments & teams have been hard at work cleaning up sludge and other waste material left behind by yesterday's flood-like situation. If similar issues are still seen in your societies or localities, please comment below and let me know so that I can direct
The Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has secured second place in the Maharashtra state rankings for medical services. This evaluation was based on various health initiatives such as child health, family planning, dengue, HIV, and other diseases, as well as the
जपूया इतिहास आणि संस्कृतीच्या पाऊलखुणा!
उद्या, बुधवार दि. १५ ऑगस्ट २०२३ रोजी स्वातंत्र्यदिनाच्या निमित्ताने आपल्या समृद्ध वारशाचे जतन करण्यासाठी पिंपरी चिंचवड हेरिटेज वॉकमध्ये सहभागी व्हावे.
#PCMCHeritageWalk
#MyPCMC
#Pimpri
#Chinchwad
#History
#अतिक्रमणमुक्त_पिंपरी_चिंचवड!
आज दि. ११ सप्टेंबर रोजी 'अ' प्रभागाअंतर्गत मा. क्षेत्रीय अधिकारी श्रीम.सुचिता पानसरे यांच्या मार्गदर्शनाखाली #अतिक्रमण_कारवाई करण्यात आली. यामध्ये ९ टपऱ्या, ३ हातगाड्या, १ लोखंडी काऊंटर, १ लोखंडी टेबल,२ खुर्च्या इ. साहित्य जप्त करण्यात आले .
#PCMC
Hello !
I believe this problem has been resolved and location has been cleaned. thank you for bringing it to our notice.
Next time do use the
#MyPCMC
:)
@PCMCSarathi
How many more decades is it going to take for citizens to have a walkable footpath? Why are footpaths for anything and everything but walking?
I can’t want 200mtrs away from my home without stepping down from footpath…
Cc:
@shekhardalal
sir
Thank You Chetan ji..
We are just doing our duty, its is our endeavor to resolve all your concerns at the earliest.
I once again urge
#PCMC
citizens to share any complaints with Civic Infrastructure using the hastag
#MyPCMC
and also tagging
@PCMCSarathi
,
@pcmccomm
.
I would like to thanks to
@PCMCSarathi
@pcmcindiagovin
@shekhardalal
for there quick action that has been taken for my first compliant that I lodged before two days to
#pcmcsarathi
number. Below is the pics of the cutting trees branches with the officers.
I strongly believe that fostering effective coordination among parents, principals, and students through various channels and communication platforms will not only elevate the educational standards in our schools but also result in increased admissions and regular student
Along with launching the 'Citizen Geoportal,' we've also launched 'PCMC GeoPortal,' to enhance internal administration efficiency, improve reliability, and reduce response times for addressing civic issues.
The PCMC GeoPortal is integrated into the broader GIS-enabled
#ERP
Our PCMC is now home to Kalpakghar - A Community STEM-Tinkering Centre, at Pimpri Chinchwad Science Park.
This innovative center, a collaborative effort between IISER Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad Science Park, is funded by Tata Technologies Ltd. under their CSR initiative.
Delighted to share that
#PCMC
children have clinched 2 Gold and 2 Bronze medals at the Sub Junior National
#Rowing
Championships held at Hyderabad's Hussain Sagar.
As part of our commitment to holistic development,
#PCMC
collaborates with the College of Military Engineering,
The images of the Moon's surface captured by the Lander Imager Camera (LI-1) are truly breathtaking. The sheer magnitude of engineering, technology, science, innovation, and even creativity that bring us these visuals is almost unfathomable.
#Chandrayaan3
by
@isro
.
#ISRO
Chandrayaan-3 Mission:
View from the Lander Imager (LI) Camera-1
on August 17, 2023
just after the separation of the Lander Module from the Propulsion Module
#Chandrayaan_3
#Ch3
Truly a Celebration of Education...
A celebration of achievements and aspirations of students, teachers, and all 128 PCMC schools. Jallosh Shikshancha 2024 was a resounding success, thanks to the tireless efforts and hard work of the PCMC Education Department led by AMC Pradeep
Join Team
#PCMC
PIONEERS and represent our city in the 'Indian Swachhata League,' the nation's largest youth-led cleanliness campaign. This unique competition is dedicated to creating Garbage-Free Cities as part of Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0. Let's make our city the cleanest
Dear Shekhar Singh Sir,
@shekhardalal
@pcmccomm
On the occasion of your birthday (Oct 28), I would like to extend my warmest greetings and sincere admiration for your visionary leadership and commitment to good governance!
Your unique working style and brilliant work speed have