The Bombay High Court has mandated the demolition of high-rise buildings near the Pune International Airport due to breaches of construction norms by the Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad municipal corporations. Concerns over adherence to height restrictions near defence-controlled areas prompted the court's directive, aiming to ensure safety and compliance.
The court emphasised the responsibility of the district collector and municipal authorities to conduct a comprehensive survey and take prompt action against unauthorised constructions near defence establishments, emphasising safety concerns and the need to uphold regulations established to protect vital installations like the Lohegaon Air Force Station.