Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC), under the leadership of Commissioner Dr. Rajendra Bhosale, presented its ₹12,618.09 crore budget for the financial year 2025-26 to the Standing Committee. Notably, the budget does not propose any tax hike. Instead, the focus has been placed on land acquisition for road expansion and completion of ongoing projects rather than announcing new large-scale infrastructure developments.
No New Projects, Focus on Pending Works
With PMC’s annual expenses rising, revenue growth from sources like property tax, development fees, and water tax has reached a plateau. As a result, the municipal administration has decided to complete ongoing infrastructure projects from the past two to three years instead of launching new initiatives.
Commissioner Dr. Bhosale emphasized that the budget prioritizes cleanliness, healthcare, and core infrastructure development. A grievance redressal committee will be set up at the zonal deputy commissioner level to promptly address citizen complaints. Additionally, PMC will optimize the usage of municipal properties to boost revenue.
Traffic Congestion Solutions: A key focus is on eliminating missing road links, ensuring seamless traffic movement across the city.
Land Acquisition Compensation: PMC has allocated ₹200+ crore for cash compensation to landowners who refuse to accept TDR (Transfer of Development Rights).
Katraj-Kondhwa Road Expansion: A ₹75 crore fund is set aside for land acquisition, while another ₹50 crore is allocated for related works.
Healthcare Upgrades: Under the Amrut Mahotsavi Health Scheme, PMC will provide health checkups for slum residents, modernize municipal hospitals, and introduce PET scan facilities for cancer screening.
Development of Newly Merged Villages: A ₹623 crore budget has been earmarked for road construction, street lighting, sewage management, and waste disposal in these areas.
