The upscale Chowdhary Park area in Wakad is grappling with a severe crisis caused by rampant illegal parking of large vehicles, leading to major traffic bottlenecks and safety concerns for residents. Frustrated by the alleged inaction of authorities despite repeated complaints, local residents organized a protest on Sunday to demand a permanent solution.

The core of the issue lies in the illegal occupation of residential roads by trucks, tourist buses, JCBs, and other large vehicles from outside the society. This has narrowed the already congested streets, creating a hazardous environment.

Schoolchildren find it difficult and dangerous to cross the roads, senior citizens struggle to walk on footpaths that are blocked by unauthorized stalls, and women feel increasingly unsafe. Residents a

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