‘My Society, My Valentine’: Rohan builders recognised for advancing Pune’s clean and green mission

In a strong endorsement of community-led sustainability, Naval Kishore Ram, IAS and Commissioner, Pune Municipal Corporation, praised Rohan Builders’ inter-society initiative ‘My Society, My Valentine’ as a replicable model for advancing India’s urban clean and green movement.Hosted at Sheraton Grand Pune Bund Garden Hotel, the initiative recognised sustainability-driven governance practices across Rohan societies handed over between 2000 to 2022. From solar energy adoption and waste management systems to security enhancement, cleanliness standards, and structured financial discipline, the competition spotlighted measurable, community-led impact.Addressing residents and stakeholders, the Commissioner emphasised that consistent, small-scale actions at the society level can collectively transform city-wide environmental standards. He encouraged housing communities across Pune and beyond to adopt similar frameworks of accountability and innovation.Rohan Mithila – 1 was honoured as Society of the Year, while Rohan Nilay and Rohan Garima were recognised for operational excellence. Special Initiative Awards acknowledged focused contributions in wellness, energy efficiency, and eco-conscious practices, with emerging communities showcasing progressive governance innovation.The evaluation was conducted by a senior jury panel comprising architects with over three decades of professional expertise, ensuring a transparent and technically robust selection process.The ceremony was also graced by Maneesha Koshti, Secretary, Pune District Co-operative Housing Federation, and Mrudgandha Joshi, Director, Pune District Co-operative Housing Federation.With a 33-year legacy, a sustained CRISIL DA2+ rating for over 15 years1, and membership in the United Nations Global Compact, Rohan Builders reaffirmed its belief that responsible development extends well beyond possession into long-term community stewardship. Led by the leadership team, Shri Sanjay Lunkad, Abhishek Bhatewara and Ashwin Lunkad, reinforcing the organisation’s conviction that true development goes beyond construction and evolves into long-term community stewardship.Speaking on the occasion, Pooja Bhagwat, GM, Sales & Marketing, Rohan Builders said, “At Rohan, we believe that our responsibility does not end with the handover of homes. We actively guide and support our societies to function efficiently, innovate, and sustain responsible practices over time. This continued engagement helps us build strong, lasting relationships within our communities. Through this initiative, we celebrate societies that set inspiring benchmarks for conscious and collective urban living.”Reference:Disclaimer: The above content is non-editorial, and TIL hereby disclaims any and all warranties, expressed or implied, relating to it, and does not guarantee, vouch for or necessarily endorse any of the content.