PMC Proposes Transferring Land Ownership to Departments in Pune to Improve Efficiency and Reduce Costs

1. Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) Considers Transferring Ownership of Lands to Government Departments
2. Deputy Commissioner Mahesh Patil of the PMC estate department has confirmed that the proposal is being explored.
3. The PMC is in talks with departments occupying these lands to transfer ownership, with discussions currently in the preliminary stages.
4. Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) could have its electricity dues offset against the land’s cost under the PMC’s plan.
5. Officials believe that such adjustments could result in substantial savings for the civic body.
6. The PMC has faced challenges in collecting rent and taxes from these departments, while also bearing the costs of utilities and other services.
7. By transferring ownership, the PMC aims to reduce expenses, ensure efficient resource allocation, and simplify administrative processes.
8. The Development Plan reserves land for public services, but PMC doesn’t receive adequate compensation from these departments.
9. The PMC is considering exchanging these plots for alternative lands owned by the agencies occupying them.
10. If approved, this approach could lead to significant cost savings and support government services across Pune.

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