Pune’s Environmental Wake-Up Call: Industrial Pollution, Hilltop Constructions, Solar Energy Limitations & The Need for a Holistic Plan

As Pune grows into a bustling urban and industrial hub, it faces increasingly complex environmental challenges. Recent headlines have brought to light four key issues demanding immediate and long-term action: industrial pollution in suburban belts, encroachments and constructions on hills, overreliance on solar power without proper regulation, and the urgent need for a coordinated and […]

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Heatwave, Drought & Water Crisis in Maharashtra: Unpacking the Urban Environmental Challenge

Maharashtra, one of India’s most urbanized and industrialized states, is facing the intensifying consequences of climate change and unplanned urbanization. From severe heatwaves to critical water shortages, these challenges are reshaping how cities function-and how future infrastructure must evolve. For urban hubs like Pune, these environmental pressures also impact long-term livability and real estate development. […]

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