PMRDA Seeks State Decision on Maan-Mhalunge Town Planning Scheme Amid Jurisdictional Uncertainty

by- Grihik
Apr 9, 2026

The Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority has approached the Maharashtra urban development department seeking clarity on the implementation of the Maan-Mhalunge Town Planning Scheme (TPS-1), following the merger of parts of the project area into the Pune Municipal Corporation.

Pune, April 9: The scheme, covering approximately 250 hectares in the Maan-Mhalunge belt near the Hinjewadi IT hub, is currently at an advanced stage of approvals.

The Issue

The merger of Mhalunge village into PMC limits has created procedural ambiguity over the executing authority. PMRDA has sought a formal decision on whether it should continue as the designated Special Planning Authority or if implementation responsibility will shift to PMC.

Project Background

Initiated by: PMRDA in 2017
Location: Hinjewadi corridor (significant IT and commercial activity)
Purpose: Planned urban growth through land pooling, infrastructure provisioning, and reconstituted plot distribution

Current Status

Key documentation and redesign work completed
Arbitrator appointed to finalise technical aspects (plot reorganisation)
Redesigned preliminary scheme submitted to state government for approval
Final clearance remains pending

Landowner Concerns

The prolonged approval process has led to concerns among landowners, many of whom have indicated that uncertainty over execution has restricted their ability to transact or utilise their land.

Way Forward

PMRDA has sought immediate direction from the state to avoid further delays and enable commencement of on-ground infrastructure work, including:

Roads
Water supply
Sewage systems
Public amenities