Pune: A rise in both daytime and nighttime temperatures has led to a surge in mosquito population across several parts of the city, prompting residents, especially those living near water bodies, to demand regular fumigation and spraying by the civic administration.The residents said while the administration had begun clearing weeds from rivers, the work was yet to be completed, which they believed was a major reason for the increasing mosquito population.Residents of the Khadki area said mosquito presence had risen sharply, adding to their daily discomfort. They pointed out that water hyacinth in the Mula river was yet to be completely removed. “With temperatures continuing to rise, the situation has become extremely challenging. The administration should carry out continuous spraying and fumigation drives, and these efforts must continue during the upcoming monsoon,” a resident said.Ajay Shinde of Shaniwar Peth highlighted that unattended garbage and lapses in waste management posed serious health risks. “Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) should ensure regular removal of waste dumped at various locations. The situation will worsen during pre-monsoon showers and after the onset of the monsoon if these vulnerable spots remain filled with garbage,” Shinde said.Civic officials, on their part, said local ward offices had been instructed to conduct regular checks at vulnerable spots. “The removal of water hyacinth has been expedited and most of the weed from Pashan lake has already been cleared,” an official said.The administration has also appealed to the residents to prevent water accumulation in and around their premises and avoid open garbage dumping.
