Pune

AREA:
516.18 km2 (199.30 sq mi)
POPULATION:
6,200,000
India

Pune, located in Maharashtra, participates in the GEF-7 UrbanShift program to address rapid urban sprawl, congestion, and air pollution. The program supports the development of a compact, low-emission Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Station Area plan that promotes integrated mobility, green corridors, and electric vehicle infrastructure. By enhancing public transport accessibility and revitalizing urban green spaces, Pune aims to curb emissions and improve livability. Building on its reputation as one of India’s most livable cities, Pune’s UrbanShift initiatives demonstrate how spatial planning and clean transport can drive equitable and sustainable urban growth.

Recent Initiatives

Transit-Oriented Development

Transit-Oriented Development integrates transport planning, land use, and urban design to create compact, connected, and livable cities.

Municipal PPP

Municipal Public-Private Partnerships are long-term collaborations between local governments and private entities to deliver infrastructure and public services.

Gender and Cities

Women and girls face disproportionate climate impacts in cities, making gender equality essential to achieving resilient, inclusive urban development.
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