Hey there, folks! Today we’ve got the inside scoop on Pune Municipal Corporation’s budget for the upcoming year 2025-26. Commissioner Dr. Rajendra Bhosale presented the budget, and we’ve got all the key highlights for you.
1. No Tax Hike: Good news for Pune residents, as there will be no increase in municipal taxes.
2. Road Infrastructure: A whopping ₹75 crore allocated for the Katraj-Kondhwa Road project, with an additional ₹50 crore for construction. Plus, money set aside for missing road links and land acquisition.
3. Public Transport: Funds earmarked for purchasing PMPML buses to improve public transport in the city.
4. Merged Villages Development: A hefty ₹623 crore allocated for the development of newly merged villages in Pune.
5. Healthcare: Get ready for the “Amrit Mahotsavi Pune Health Campaign” and the establishment of a Metropolitan Surveillance Unit for disease control.
6. Water Supply & Sewage Treatment: Progress on water supply zones and STP plants, with more to come in the next year.
7. Education: Look out for the “Sister School” initiative, CCTV cameras in schools, and a new competitive exam center at the City Library.
8. Sports & Arts: A sports complex in Mohammadwadi and funds for sculptures made from scrap materials are in the works.
9. Urban Poor Schemes: New initiatives to support the urban poor are on the horizon.
10. Crematorium Modernization: Upgrades to cremation grounds with modern facilities are in the pipeline.
And that’s not all! The budget also covers digital governance, revenue generation, grievance redressal, traffic planning, land acquisition, cluster development, medical college construction, affordable housing, infrastructure projects, disaster management, and municipal recruitment.
With a focus on road network upgrades, metro connectivity, and civic amenities, this budget sets the stage for another year of growth and development in Pune. Stay tuned for more updates on how these plans unfold!
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