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In the second phase of Pune Metro, the plan is to increase the rail network by 82.5 km, from Vanaz to Chandni chowk, Ramwadi to Wagholi, SNDT to Warje, Hadapsar to Kharadi, Swargate to Hadapsar, Khadakwasla to Swargate on proposed HCMTR route.
The Pune Municipal Corporation will construct a new building for the fire brigade head office in Bhavani Peth, replacing the current dilapidated building. The new building will have parking facilities, offices, classrooms, an auditorium, and a cafeteria.
Vikram Kumar, PMC commissioner, held a meeting on Monday to take a review of preparedness for the special immunisation drive
The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) claims to have completed 50 km of roads damaged during the last monsoon, but still has more work to do after the rainy season. The PMC has also issued fines and show cause notices to contractors and engineers for substandard work. The civic body has allocated a budget of ?100 crore for extensive road restoration work. However, civic activists and residents have criticized the PMC for the poor condition of the roads, calling for a proper policy for road construction and maintenance.
Pune Municipal Corporation will upgrade Kamala Nehru Hospital to 400 beds with 24/7 medical services. 60 healthcare staff will be appointed, including doctors and nurses. A modular operation theatre will be set up and round-the-clock emergency and casualty services will be available. The hospital will also have an in-house central sterile services department. The civic body has also approved the addition of 40 more beds at Rajiv Gandhi Hospital and the establishment of a pediatric ICU. Additional housekeeping staff will be appointed to improve cleanliness and hygiene.