Pune: The Pune Zilla Parishad (ZP) has launched an initiative to develop its prime city properties at key locations like Market Yard, Kothrud, Koregaon Park, and Bibwewadi. These properties, which have remained underutilized for years, will now be transformed into commercial complexes, malls, and shops, ensuring a sustained revenue source for the Zilla Parishad.
Despite discussions spanning several years, these properties had been largely neglected. However, Zilla Parishad CEO Gajanan Patil has prioritized their development and taken concrete steps toward implementation.
"The Market Yard property, spread across 30 gunthas (0.75 acres), is currently used as a warehouse. Plans are underway to lease commercial units at this location to self-help groups under the 'Umed' scheme. Additionally, the Zilla Parishad will maintain official records at this site while also constructing a commercial complex," Patil explained.
Proposed Development Plans for Key Locations
Market Yard
30 gunthas (0.75 acres) of land
Warehouse space to be converted into commercial shops for self-help groups
Zilla Parishad record-keeping facility to be established
Commercial complex to be constructed
Kothrud (Dahanukar Colony)
One-acre land parcel
Proposed shopping mall to generate revenue for Zilla Parishad
Construction and design entrusted to Public Works Department (PWD)
Koregaon Park and Bibwewadi
Additional plots identified for multi-purpose development projects
After personally inspecting all Zilla Parishad-owned properties in Pune, CEO Gajanan Patil has initiated development measures to maximize their potential. The construction of commercial complexes, shops, and malls at Market Yard and Kothrud has already been proposed, with the implementation process now underway
