Pune is a city in the state of Maharashtra, that is located on the sides of the Western Ghats. Being on the higher altitude, Pune enjoys pleasant weather all throughout the year. It is neither too hot nor too cold in Pune all year round.
Various other aspects of Pune have been discussed here, starting from weather, infrastructure, facilities, entertainments and tourist places which proves it to be one of the best cities to settle down.
Weather
Summers in Pune are pleasant compared to rest of India. It’s maximum temperature range is between 38 degree to 20 degree. Mornings are usually pleasant accompanied with cool breeze and even after 8 pm it turns out be pleasant too. The only time when you need to play safe is during the noon, when it is usually dry and hot. Summers are from March to June mid.
Pune city in monsoon turns out to be quite beautiful. This hilly area’s surrounding scenic beauty becomes lush green during the monsoons and attracts tourists from all over India. During this time, the temperature range is usually from 18 to 30 degree while the humidity is at it’s highest level.
Pune witnesses cold winter where temperature dips down to as low as 8 degree during the night and early morning. Day time is warm and bright and usually one does not require to wear woolen clothes.
Infrastructure
Pune is one of the most industrialized, advanced city of Maharashtra. It accounts for 8% GDP growth while the per capita GDP of Pune is around 46,000/- taking it ahead of Hydrabad. The economy of Pune is the 6th largest in India and therefore has the least gap between rich and poor.
The infrastructure of Pune is adequate to support its population strength of 46 lakhs.
Industry
Pune industry is supported by top software and automobile companies. Some of the top names from these industry are:
Kinetic Engineering and Force Motors Ltd.
TATA Motors
DaimlerChrysler
Bajaj Auto
Software companies in Pune are
Infosys
HSBC Global Technology
Dell
Wipro
KPIT Cummins
Kanbay Software
Cognizant
TCS
IBM
Neilsoft
Accenture
Xansa
Tech Mahindra
There are more than 1700 companies setting their base in Pune which is a great opportunity for people staying over here and for the economy of the place. The software export of Pune is expected to be more than INR 12,000 in the year 2011.
Education in Pune
Pune is known as the oxford of the west. There are numerous schools and colleges in this part of the country. Students from all over India come here to get graduation as well as post graduation degrees. The education in these schools and colleges is one of the best in the country and due to this reason Pune is also referred to as student’s hub.
Tourists places in pine
Pune in itself is so beautiful that it’s scenic beauty is sufficient enough to attract tourists. It is a blessing to stay in Pune. Some other places to visit in Pune are
The Aga Khan’s Palace
This place has historic importance as Mahatma Gandhi and his wife Kasturba Gandhi were interned here.
Pataleshwar Caves
Bund Garden
Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum
National Defence Academy
Film And Television Institute Of Pune
Pashan Lake
Parvati Hill And Many More
Pune is an all rounder from various point of view. It is indeed one of the best places to settle down.
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