Pune: PMC Unveils ₹12,618 Crore Budget for 2025-26 – Focus on Water Meters, Infrastructure, and Urban Development

Key Allocations in PMC Budget 2025-26:

₹1,665 crore for water supply
₹1,126 crore for road development
₹569 crore for healthcare
₹396 crore for river improvement
₹490 crore for construction of buildings
₹142 crore for solid waste management
₹623 crore for development in the 34 newly merged villages

Equal Water Supply Scheme & Water Meter System

The Equal Water Distribution Scheme has completed 75% of its planned work, with ₹1,471 crore already spent out of the allocated ₹2,048 crore. PMC aims to complete all capital work by December 2025 and has begun installing meters in multiple city zones.

Out of 141 water supply zones, 62 zones have been completed.
A proposal has been sent to the state government for constructing a water purification center for newly merged villages.
Leakage detection & illegal connections are being identified using acoustic technology and robotic pipeline inspection, with ₹50 lakh allocated for this initiative.
PMC collected ₹130.98 crore in 2023-24 from water charges and ₹102.45 crore in 2024-25 till January. However, ₹727.96 crore remains as arrears.

Urban Development & Infrastructure Projects

PMC has planned multiple urban renewal and infrastructure projects, including:

A study room for students preparing for competitive exams.
A new sports complex in Mahamadawadi.
Renovation of Nehru Stadium.
An epidemic disease laboratory.
An emergency healthcare room.

Rehabilitation of Flood-Affected Areas

Under an urban reconstruction scheme, PMC will rehabilitate 1,383 flats and 67 shops in Ekta Nagari, Vitthal Nagar, and Nimbaj Nagar, which are in a flood-prone area. These structures will be relocated to Hingane (S.No. 19), ensuring permanent safety from future flooding.

Action Against Unauthorized Construction

PMC has deployed a hydraulic demolition machine (jaw crusher) to curb illegal multi-storey buildings. Additionally, a John Cutter machine will be procured in 2025-26 to strengthen demolition efforts.

National River Conservation Scheme

To reduce Mula-Mutha river pollution, PMC is working on:

11 sewage treatment plants (396 D.L.L. capacity) and 53.5 km sewerage pipelines.
65% of the work on sewage treatment plants at Kharadi, Warje, Vadgaon, Mundhwa, and Matsyabij Kendra is complete, with full completion targeted by end of 2025.

Cemetery Upgradation & Beautification

PMC will upgrade at least 10 crematoriums with electric fireplaces, with additional work planned under the 15th Finance Commission provisions. The Vaikunth Crematorium in central Pune will undergo a major renovation.

Revenue Sources for PMC Budget 2025-26

PMC will generate revenue from various sources, including:

₹2,701 crore from GST
₹2,847 crore from income tax
₹2,899 crore from construction development charges
₹545 crore from local body tax
₹618 crore from the water board
₹1,633 crore as a government grant
₹300 crore from debt securities
₹975 crore from other sources

Utilization of PMC-Owned Lands & Properties

PMC will optimize municipal properties to increase revenue, including:

Community temples, hospitals, training centers, fire stations, markets, and sports complexes.
A structured process for transferring unused municipal buildings to relevant departments or leasing them to private institutions under the 2023 Property Allocation Rules.

Impact on Pune Residents

While PMC has provided tax relief, residents will now face metered water billing similar to electricity bills. The budget’s primary focus is water supply, urban infrastructure, and environmental conservation, ensuring long-term city development.