Pune: PCMC’s Participatory Budget 2026–27 Sets New Record With Over 2,700 Citizen Proposals
Pune: PCMC’s Participatory Budget 2026–27 Sets New Record With Over 2,700 Citizen Proposals
Pimpri, September 12, 2025: The Participatory Budget 2026–27 of Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has already set a new record for citizen engagement. More than 2,700 suggestions have been submitted by residents across all eight zones — surpassing last year’s total of 2,279 responses with still two days left before the deadline of September 15.
Launched on August 15, this year’s initiative has seen strong participation from neighbourhoods citywide. Suggestions cover a diverse range of works, including road upgrades, footpath construction, park development, drainage improvements, and civic amenities among others.
Under the Participatory Budget model, 10% of the property tax collected from each zone is earmarked for citizen-prioritised projects. Last year, this translated into Rs 136.98 crore being allocated for 499 works — including new school buildings in Ravet, major road upgrades in Punawale, and improved footpaths in Charholi.
PCMC Commissioner Shekhar Singh said,“It is very encouraging to see that citizen participation has already exceeded last year’s figures. This shows the growing trust residents have in the process and their desire to be active partners in shaping Pimpri Chinchwad’s development. I appeal to more citizens to come forward with their proposals before September 15 so that every zone reflects the aspirations of its people.”
Citizens can submit their proposals online via https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/D8TBZRH or at their respective ward offices. The submission window will remain open until September 15, 2025.
