Aundh, Pune

Maharashtra Cabinet Committee has approved the revised cost of ₹10,502.36 crore for the eastern extension of the Pune Ring Road. This 31.805-km controlled-access expressway aims to divert traffic away from Pune city. With 80% of land acquisition complete, the project is slated for completion by June 2029

CCTV, live tracking, and fire-safety systems are now mandatory for school transport vehicles in Pune. This regulatory update aims to enhance the safety and security of students commuting to and from school, potentially reducing accidents and improving emergency response capabilities.

MSIDC and Pune Metro are set to sign MoUs to integrate Metro infrastructure with two upcoming road projects. Approximately 7.7 km of the Kharadi-Shirur elevated corridor and 17 km of the Hadapsar-Yavat elevated corridor will be developed as double-decker structures, with the upper deck designed to accommodate future Metro lines.

Pune's residential real estate market has experienced a 7% year-on-year increase in housing sales for the 12 months ending June 2026, marking the first clear rebound after three soft cycles. However, the value of unsold stock has reached an all-time high of ₹92,110 crore, with an inventory overhang of 11.3 months.

Pune's real estate market demonstrated strong momentum in the first half of 2026, with the office sector achieving its highest-ever leasing volume and residential sales showing a 2% year-on-year increase. New housing launches also rose by 17%, indicating developer confidence.

Pune experienced heavy rainfall on July 5, 2026, leading to significant disruptions and infrastructure damage. A compound wall of a residential society collapsed, damaging 14 vehicles, though no injuries were reported. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert for Pune and a red alert for Mumbai, forecasting continued heavy to extremely heavy rainfall across Maharashtra.

The Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) has submitted a revised funding plan to the state government for the expansion of the Mumbai-Pune Expressway to 10 lanes. If approved this year, the project will be tendered under BOT model, with construction expected to begin next year and conclude by 2030.

Pune's property market is characterized by a strong trend towards premium townships and infrastructure-led growth, with leading developers like VTP Realty and Godrej Properties expanding presence. This competitive landscape is driving innovation in project scale, execution, and design quality.

PMC has announced an alternate-day water supply schedule starting June 15, 2026, to conserve dwindling water reserves. The civic body expects to reduce daily water consumption by approximately 400 MLD. Restrictions are in place for non-essential uses like car washing and filling swimming pool.