Residents of several housing societies near the canal in Hadapsar's Hingne Mala area expressed their concerns over the rising nuisance caused by anti-social elements during a meeting on March 30. More than 200 citizens gathered to discuss issues such as public drinking and harassment of women. Nationalist Congress Party leader Yogesh Sasane highlighted that the canal has become a hotspot for these activities, with people frequently gathering to consume alcohol and making vulgar comments towards women. Although police had previously increased patrolling in response to complaints, the problems resurfaced once vigilance decreased. Attendees at the meeting urged the police to take more sustained action. Mansingh Patil, a representative from the Kalepadal police station, assured residents that regular patrols would be reinstated and strict measures would be taken against those causing disturbances. Police officials also provided helpline details, urging residents to report harassment incidents without delay.