Pune to have India’s first Low Emission Zone, tourist hotspots to follow
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Summary
In a first for an Indian city, Pune will institutionalise a low-emission zone (LEZ) in its most polluted area, Shivajinagar in the central business district, potentially creating a template for other Indian cities.
Key Facts
Type Scheme
Source Hindustan Times - India
Published Monday, 11 May 2026
Affected Population All citizens, 275 million forest-dependent people
Key Numbers
Net-zero target: 2070
50% non-fossil fuel energy capacity by 2030
Green Climate Fund: $3 billion committed
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right