The Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) has unveiled an ambitious ₹33,700-crore master plan to transform key industrial hubs, including Hinjawadi, Chakan, and Ranjangaon, over the next five years. Covering 208 projects, the initiative aims to modernise infrastructure, expand civic amenities, and strengthen the region’s industrial ecosystem, signalling a strategic push to position Pune as a leading integrated urban-industrial centre.
According to a senior official at PMRDA, groundwork for projects worth ₹900 crore will commence shortly, laying the foundation for a wider development agenda designed to balance industrial growth with sustainable urban planning. “Our approach ensures that infrastructure improvements and business facilitation go hand in hand, while addressing local environmental and civic considerations,” the official said. The master plan includes targeted measures to address challenges faced by industrial enterprises. PMRDA is establishing a dedicated cell staffed with Assistant Town Planners and Assistant Directors to handle entrepreneur grievances, streamline approvals, and fast-track building permissions, fire safety certifications, and other critical clearances. Officials emphasised that empowering taluka-level offices with greater decision-making authority will reduce bureaucratic delays and enhance efficiency for businesses.
Industry stakeholders were actively engaged during a workshop organised by PMRDA, with representatives from the Chakan Industrial Association, Western Maharashtra MIDC Chamber Federation, and the Deccan Member of Commerce Industrial Association providing feedback on practical challenges. Presentations outlined development works across major industrial zones, including Hinjawadi, Chakan, Talegaon, Ranjangaon, and Pirangut, emphasising both infrastructure and service delivery improvements. Regular coordination has been embedded into the plan, with review meetings scheduled every three months between PMRDA officials and industrial association representatives to ensure timely resolution of operational issues. “Continuous dialogue with entrepreneurs allows us to maintain a business-friendly environment while adhering to sustainable development principles,” a senior PMRDA officer explained.
The master plan also prioritises eco-conscious urbanisation. Projects will integrate renewable energy solutions, green building practices, and enhanced mobility networks, aligning with broader state objectives for zero-carbon, inclusive, and resilient cities. Collaboration with municipal councils, gram panchayats, and the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation ensures that industrial expansion benefits local communities, enhances employment opportunities, and promotes sustainable urban growth. By investing in infrastructure, streamlining governance, and fostering industrial competitiveness, PMRDA aims to make Pune’s extended industrial belt a model of integrated urban and economic development, reinforcing its position as a hub for industry, innovation, and sustainable city planning.
Pune PMRDA Rolls Out 208 Projects Worth Rs 33700 Crore Over Five Years
