Pune, 1st August 2023: Dr Sudhir Mehta, a prominent serial entrepreneur, policy analyst, and columnist based in Pune, recently sparked a meaningful dialogue on Twitter to gather the wishes and aspirations of Pune citizens for their Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, on the occasion of his upcoming visit to the city on 1st August 2023. The response from the citizens of Pune has been overwhelming, with an outpouring of heartfelt requests and valuable suggestions flooding the popular social media platform.
Taking the initiative, Dr Sudhir Mehta used his Twitter handle @sudhirmehtapune to encourage Pune residents to express a single request they would like to make to the Prime Minister during his visit to the city. The tweet rapidly gained momentum and continues to gather traction, with 525+ responses, 220+ likes, and an approximate reach of 90k+ (still trending). People from all walks of life, including industry leaders, students, professionals, entrepreneurs, senior citizens, and public figures, actively participated in the conversation.
The citizens’ responses reflected the vibrant diversity and collective spirit of Pune, encompassing a wide range of pressing issues and developmental aspirations. Several common themes emerged from their wishes, such as infrastructural development (roads, metro, last-mile connectivity), improved water supply, measures to reduce traffic congestion, removal of illegal hoardings, initiatives for better domestic and international airport facilities and connectivity, and an emphasis on cleanliness.
Dr Sudhir Mehta expressed his gratitude to the citizens of Pune for their enthusiastic and proactive engagement in shaping the city’s future through this social media interaction.
He stated, “Punekars never disappoint, and it is heartening to witness the passion and desire of the people to see their city progress and prosper. I am confident that the Hon’ble Prime Minister, along with all responsible Government offices, representatives, and administration, will take cognizance of these wishes and work towards fulfilling them for the betterment of Pune and its citizens. It’s our diverse yet cohesive, polarized yet collaborative spirit that sets Pune apart and makes it the envy of every other city in the country. Together, in our uniqueness, we achieve great things!”
As the city eagerly awaits the Prime Minister’s visit on 1st August, the power of collective voices demonstrated through this social media conversation undoubtedly serves as a testament to the spirit of Pune’s residents and their commitment to contributing to the nation’s progress. The wishes and aspirations expressed by the citizens of Pune hold the potential to shape policies and initiatives that will enhance the city’s growth and development for years to come.
