India, July 9 -- In a move to streamline public transport operations and improve commuter safety, the Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal Ltd. (PMPML) has launched a crackdown on unauthorised parking and illegal entry of private vehicles into Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lanes near major PMPML terminals in Pimpri-Chinchwad.

PMPML officials noted that private car owners frequently park haphazardly around key bus stations without authorisation. This unlawful behaviour disrupts PMPML bus services, causes traffic congestion, and raises the risk of serious accidents involving passengers and other road users.

To address the issue, PMPML formally approached the Nigdi traffic police, urging strict enforcement against the misuse of BRT lanes and near...