Pune Municipal Commissioner Lauds Rohan Builders' Community Sustainability Initiative
In a significant endorsement of grassroots environmental action, Naval Kishore Ram, IAS and Commissioner of the Pune Municipal Corporation, has publicly praised Rohan Builders' innovative inter-society program, 'My Society, My Valentine.' The Commissioner highlighted this initiative as a replicable and scalable model that can substantially advance India's nationwide urban clean and green movement.
Celebrating Sustainable Governance Across Housing Societies
Hosted at the prestigious Sheraton Grand Pune Bund Garden Hotel, the 'My Society, My Valentine' event specifically recognized and rewarded sustainability-driven governance practices implemented across various Rohan Builders societies that were handed over to residents between the years 2000 and 2022. The comprehensive competition evaluated a wide spectrum of community-led initiatives, creating a detailed benchmark for urban living.
The assessment criteria encompassed multiple critical areas of modern society management:
- Adoption and integration of solar energy solutions
- Implementation of efficient waste management and segregation systems
- Enhancement of security protocols and resident safety measures
- Maintenance of exceptional cleanliness and hygiene standards
- Establishment of structured financial discipline and transparent accounting
The initiative successfully spotlighted measurable, community-led impact, demonstrating how organized residential communities can drive tangible environmental and social improvements.
Commissioner Advocates for Collective Small-Scale Actions
Addressing gathered residents, stakeholders, and housing society representatives, Commissioner Naval Kishore Ram delivered a powerful message about the cumulative power of consistent, small-scale actions. He emphasized that when individual housing societies implement sustainable practices at the community level, these efforts collectively have the potential to transform city-wide environmental standards and urban livability.
The Commissioner actively encouraged housing communities across Pune and other Indian cities to adopt similar frameworks of accountability, innovation, and community engagement. He stressed that such models of cooperative governance could serve as blueprints for urban sustainability nationwide.
Recognition of Excellence in Society Management
The ceremony culminated in the recognition of outstanding residential communities that have demonstrated exceptional governance and sustainable practices. Rohan Mithila – 1 received the prestigious honor of Society of the Year, acknowledging its comprehensive excellence across all evaluation parameters.
Additional recognitions included:
- Rohan Nilay and Rohan Garima for operational excellence in daily society management
- Special Initiative Awards for focused contributions in specific domains including wellness programs, energy efficiency measures, and eco-conscious practices
- Recognition for emerging communities showcasing progressive governance innovation and forward-thinking approaches
Robust Evaluation Process and Distinguished Presence
The selection process was conducted by a senior jury panel comprising experienced architects with over three decades of professional expertise in urban planning and sustainable design. This ensured a transparent, technically robust, and credible evaluation of all participating societies based on verifiable metrics and observable outcomes.
The ceremony was further graced by the presence of distinguished guests from the cooperative housing sector, including Maneesha Koshti, Secretary of the Pune District Co-operative Housing Federation, and Mrudgandha Joshi, Director of the Pune District Co-operative Housing Federation, adding institutional weight to the proceedings.
Rohan Builders' Legacy of Responsible Development
With a 33-year legacy in the construction industry, a sustained CRISIL DA2+ rating for over 15 years, and membership in the United Nations Global Compact, Rohan Builders used this platform to reaffirm its corporate philosophy that responsible development extends well beyond property possession into long-term community stewardship.
Led by the leadership team of Shri Sanjay Lunkad, Abhishek Bhatewara, and Ashwin Lunkad, the organization reinforced its conviction that true urban development transcends mere construction and must evolve into sustained community engagement and environmental responsibility.
Corporate Commitment to Post-Possession Community Support
Speaking on this occasion, Pooja Bhagwat, General Manager of Sales & Marketing at Rohan Builders, articulated the company's enduring commitment to its residential communities. "At Rohan, we fundamentally believe that our responsibility does not conclude with the handover of homes to residents," Bhagwat stated.
"We actively guide, support, and empower our societies to function efficiently, innovate continuously, and sustain responsible practices over the long term. This continued engagement and partnership help us build strong, lasting relationships within our communities. Through initiatives like 'My Society, My Valentine,' we celebrate those societies that set inspiring benchmarks for conscious, collective, and sustainable urban living," she added, encapsulating the company's vision for community-centric development.
