Pimpri-Chinchwad Police Commissioner Vinay Kumar Choubey Holds Virtual Town Hall on ‘X’ To Address Concerns

Citizens also raised issues of traffic congestion, and the Commissioner informed them that 26 congestion points have been identified, with joint action from the traffic branch, PCMC, PWD, and NHAI. Encroachments were removed in 11 areas, and road-widening measures are underway in key areas like Hinjawadi.

The discussion also covered cybercrime, particularly online fraud. The police have recorded 216 cybercrime cases this year, arrested 72 individuals, and recovered over ₹2.5 crore for the victims. Commissioner Choubey urged citizens to report cyber fraud immediately through the National Cyber Crime Portal or by calling 1930.

Regarding the upcoming Ganesh festival, the police are coordinating with peace committees and various departments to ensure smooth traffic management. A one-window system has been set up to facilitate permits for Ganesh mandals, and traffic diversions are planned at 30 locations.

The virtual town hall received a positive response, lasting an extra hour to accommodate the overwhelming participation.