India, March 5 -- The heritage structure of Pune railway station is under threat following allegations of unauthorised alterations, storage of gas cylinders, and cooking activities being carried out inside the historic building. The concerns compounded after a minor fire broke out on Monday, February 23, at a food stall on platform number 1 which is inside the 101-year-old building premises. So much so that railway users and conservation activists have warned against activities that not only violate conservation norms but also pose significant fire and safety hazards inside one of the city's oldest and most significant landmarks.

As per available information, the infrastructure of Pune railway station has been compromised due to internal...