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Civic activist, AAP demand inquiry against two BJP leaders over corruption allegations
At Pune Municipal Corporation, a heated exchange between BJP leaders Rohini Chimate and Rajashree Kale over a Baner hostel project prompted calls for an inquiry into corruption. Civic activists and AAP urged investigations, while BJP downplayed the incident as a misunderstanding and said it has been resolved.
Why It Matters
The incident centers on alleged corruption in a public project and the push for accountability from civic groups and an opposition party, potentially affecting governance perceptions at the PMC.
Timeline
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AAP leader calls for probe into corruption allegations
April 18, 2026
AAP leader Mukund Kirdat demanded a thorough probe into the corruption allegations related to the Baner hostel project and called for action against those responsible.
Civic activist calls for inquiry into Baner hostel project
April 18, 2026
Civic activist Vijay Kumbhar urged the municipal commissioner to initiate an inquiry into the Baner hostel project, stating that the allegation of corruption points to a need for an investigation.
BJP claims dispute has been resolved
April 18, 2026
BJP leader and leader of the house in PMC, Ganesh Bidkar, downplayed the incident, saying the argument was a misunderstanding and that the issue has now been resolved.
Altercation at PMC HQ between BJP corporators over Baner hostel project
April 18, 2026
During a heated verbal exchange at the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) headquarters over a women's hostel project in Baner, former corporator Rajashree Kale allegedly claimed that work was being stalled as the sitting corporator Rohini Chimate was demanding a commission from the contractor.