Unauthorized Protest Halts Pune Metro for Two Hours, Disrupting 4,000 Passengers

NCP (SP) worker Narendra Pawtekar led the demonstration over employment and corruption concerns, later resulting in his suspension and police action.

The protest, led by NCP (SP) worker Narendra Pawtekar, disrupted Pune Metro services between 12:45 PM and 2:45 PM on Sunday, impacting around 4,000 passengers.
Protesters climbed onto metro tracks near the Pune Municipal Corporation station, demanding better employment opportunities and action against corruption.
The NCP (SP) distanced itself from the protest, suspending Pawtekar and clarifying that the demonstration was not sanctioned by the party leadership.
Police detained the protesters after heated clashes, during which some demonstrators carried petrol bottles and attempted to attack officers, prompting a lathi charge.
Pune Metro refunded ₹5,303 to affected passengers, while FIRs were filed against 10-12 individuals involved in the disruption.