Archive · 1 Aug 2025
Pune Women's Gym: Smart City Project Handed to Private Company, Residents Slam PMC
Imagine the government built a gym for women to use for free, as part of a plan to make the city better.
However, instead of letting women use it for free, the city government gave it to a private company that charges money.
People are upset because they feel like the gym, which was supposed to be for everyone, is now only for those who can afford it.
The equipment inside is broken, and the government is making money off of it, which has led to criticism from residents.
A women's gym in Pune's Baner, built under the Smart City Mission, was leased to a private company.
The gym was originally intended to be free for women but now charges fees.
Residents criticize the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) for this decision.
Equipment installed by the Pune Smart City Development Corporation Limited (PSCDCL) is reportedly broken and discarded.
The PMC stated they are profiting from the lease and using funds for other projects.
- Who
- Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC), residents of Baner, and a private fitness company.
- What
- A women's gym built under the Smart City Mission was leased to a private company, leading to charges for usage.
- When
- The Smart City Mission ended by June 2023. The gym was then transferred to the PMC.
- Where
- Baner, Pune.
- Why
- Residents feel the PMC is not adhering to the original purpose of the gym as a free facility and are unhappy about the high charges.
Residents' Perspective
PMC's Perspective
Financial Priorities
Residents' Perspective
The PMC is prioritizing profit over providing public access to facilities.
PMC's Perspective
The PMC is generating revenue that will be used for other public projects.
Accessibility and Use
Residents' Perspective
The original intent of providing a free facility is lost.
PMC's Perspective
The private company may provide more efficient services.
- Project Origin
- Pune Smart City Mission
- Location
- Baner, Pune
- Original Intention
- Free gym for women
- Current Status
- Leased to a private company with charges
- Governing Body
- Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC)
- Equipment Condition
- Broken and discarded
- PMC's Stance
- Gaining profit from the lease