As the city of Pune gears up to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC), all eyes are on Commissioner Dr Rajendra Bhosale as he makes a bold move in preparing the 2025-26 budget. Instead of working from the comfort of PMC-owned offices, Dr Bhosale has taken up residence in the Divisional Commissioner’s VIP room, sparking controversy and raising eyebrows among city officials and residents alike.
With just a few months left until his retirement, Dr Bhosale holds the dual responsibility of presenting and approving this budget, marking his first and final budget for PMC. The decision to work from an external venue has led to speculation and concern, with some questioning the need for such a move when PMC has more than enough space to accommodate the budget drafting process.
Amidst a period of administrator rule and with municipal elections on the horizon, critics fear that preparing the budget outside of PMC premises could compromise transparency and accessibility, potentially leading to favoritism towards certain areas aligned with the ruling coalition. On the other hand, supporters argue that this change of scenery could bring about a fresh perspective and reduce interruptions during the budget preparation process.
Despite the swirling rumors and concerns, Dr Bhosale has yet to provide an official explanation for his choice of venue. As the city waits with bated breath for the unveiling of the budget, only time will tell whether this departure from tradition will lead to positive outcomes or further controversy in the future.
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