PUNE
Milestones of the most rapidly developing metropolis.
Pune district alone is home to nearly 9,500 industrial units with manufacturing operations. These units together create a turnover of nearly Rs 52,000 crores.
The city attracts about 1 lakh foreign students and many other tourist from more than 60 countries to destinations like Osho Ashram, Symbiosis International University and Bharti Vidyapeeth University which indirectly boost other sectors like hotels, garments, entertainment and transportation.
Pune’s Per Capita Income is Rs 46,000 which is about 50 per cent higher than the country’s PCI; it is also much higher than Hyderabad and comparable to Bangalore — the other IT hubs of the country.
It’s IT and BT sectors have grown from Rs 250 crore to over Rs 6,500 crore in the last eight years.
Pune is a true cosmopolitan city: along with the local Marathi population there is a mix of various other populations like the North Indians, Tamilians, Telugus, Keralites, Europeans, Africans, Bengalis and many other races..
Pune boasts of youngsters and professionals who in addition to being well travelled can afford fashion and luxury led lifestyles. The market has been quick on the uptake and is tapping the penchant for extravagant lifestyles that the city's denizens have developed.
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